The beauty of the last days of summer with the active wildlife is a wonderful combination. The leaves and grasses are changing color to a beautiful golden or flaming orange. The male elk is looking forward to the rut. These are the obvious signs of coming autumn here in the foothills. It is a beautiful time of year. And it is Friday which makes it all the more wonderful to make time to enjoy the beauty around us. It is the last weekend of summer.

This image was captured at the lake. It was a fortunate experience to see two herons. The one on the right certainly looks young. These birds are elegant in their manner of hunting and flying and are a gift to observe. We are fortunate to live in such beauty and I am grateful to walk amongst such inspiration.

“Autumn, the year's last, loveliest smile.”~William Cullen Bryant

Peace.