September usually ushers in our best weather of the year....call it "Indian Summer" or "Early Autumn".... it generally is the warmest, bluest-sky time to visit San Francisco. Of course, as many of you know who follow my blog....this year has been different. No Spring..no Summer....
And today, more than a month before our rainy season usually begins....it rained. By the time I left my shift at the de Young, the rain had faded into drizzle... but all around me are the unmistakeable signs that Autumn is here. I was trying to capture not only the brilliant purple beauty of the flowers, but also the carpet of them already lying on the ground.... darn, I didn't quite nail it...
But, I did nail Mr. Squirrel, having his afternoon repast in Golden Gate Park, after a long day of burying nuts and other edibles to keep his tummy full during the long Autumn/Winter months.
I am ready for this most magical of Seasons! How about you?
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
Autumn is my favorite time - crisp weather, the smell of woodsmoke in the air, the smell of concord grapes and apples - it's the best
ReplyDeleteOh that squirrel is so cute! well done Robin!
ReplyDeleteis your fog gone now? we would love autumn weather, but the fog here is worse than ever! it's hard to believe. still, it could change and hopefully will!
♥ lori
Hi Robin! Those purple flowers suit your blog. :) Gorgeous color! And I love fall! I wish you were getting some much-needed sunny days. That is not fair! :) I will pack up a Mid-Atlantic fall day for you. They are pretty much perfect. I am hoping to get a few minutes to blog later today, and to think about decorating for Halloween! xox - Pam
ReplyDeleteBecasue I spent 16 plus years on the central coast, I know exactly what you're talking about. September and October were always glorious months, blue sky sunny days and cool nights for perfect sleeping.
ReplyDeleteThe entire nation's weather is three weeks ahead of schedule. Perhaps Mother Nature has hit menopause!!
I love the squirrel picture. You know who I'm going to show it to!
I hope you have a sunny Monday ;)
love,
lo♥
wrobin! wrobin!
ReplyDeleteis that gregory squirrel?
is it?
did you invite him to san francisco?
sincerely,
e.r.
The bush is just beautiful and goes so well with your blog colors. Cant believe squirrel sat still for the camera. a natural. And....wow. Love your handbag, never seen anything like that before. And those shoes. Zounds. I think Blue Sky wore Jimmy Choo shoes last year. And what cool dates you have riding in the bently.....I just know you all will have a blast.
ReplyDeleteAutumn and Spring are my favorite seasons. I hope you have a wonderful Autumn, dear Robin! (And I will keep you and your friends in my heart, especially tomorrow.)
ReplyDeletexo
What a good shot of that squirrel. Don't let Emma see it ;)
ReplyDeleteI really hope you will have a wonderful autumn Robin after those 2 disaster seasons.......
My I would go nuts.
I suspect that autumn is different where you live. It is the worst season I know :(
But no fancy colors lots of rain and wind, that's how our autumns are...... Only brown and grey colors. I don't even like the smell of autumn, it smells like death.... But maybe I need to look at it differently..............
I am sorry if this sounds negative....
I will really try this year to keep my spirit and not to get depressed. I did very well last year so I will just try the same.
I always read that it the favorite season of a lot of people so maybe I can learn from them how to appreciate this season.....
Hope you get to see the sun and moon a lot dear!
♥♥♥
>M<
Mim, last year was undeniably the worst Autumn of my life.... THIS YEAR, I KNOW it is going to be better! And...we are finally going to meet! I hope you bring a few of those wonderful bowls that you make....
ReplyDeleteLove,
♥ Robin ♥
Loir - I was really lucky with Mr. Squirrel.....he MUST be a relative of KJ's Gregory Squirrel because he was NOT camera shy at all....I might have even been able to get a bit closer....but decided not to risk it....he was eating pretty fast!
ReplyDeleteNO FOG OR RAIN here today! Just had a lovely hike through the Presidio....all the fog was floating around the GG Bridge....I took some photos and will post soon. I HOPE SUN is out where you are!
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
Pam....every time I see you have visited, I smile! I DID receive one of your Mid-Atlantic gorgeous days today.....just bee-u-tee-full!
ReplyDelete(Thank you!) Enid was happy to see the sun too...and says HELLO!
I am really looking forward to Autumn AND Halloween this year!!!! And also looking forward to seeing more of your creations!
BOO!
♥ Robin ♥
Lo, your comment was hysterical! Perhaps Mother Nature IS going through menopause!
ReplyDeleteToday, though we are having a gorgeous Indian Summer day! Sigh.....it's wonderful!
As for the "goowah", YOU KNOW I was thinking about "SH" when I saw him.... he would never have stayed put if she was there! Ha-ha!
I hope your day was equally lovely!
MUWAH!
♥ Robin ♥
Emiwee, no this is not Gwegory Squirrel - but it is his West Coast Cousin, Jerry! They both do share a love of posing in front of the camera! (Though they tell me neither of them loves the limelight like YOU, MS. Wabbit!
ReplyDeleteOh, take a look at my sidebar.....I am attending the Willow Ball - and my evening bag was purposely chosen in your honour! R U going to attend?
Wuv and Jellies,
♥ Wrobin ♥
Hi Suki! I wish I had photographed the purple bush a bit farther out....the entire grass was nearly covered in purple.... the squirrel was just too cute....he was not shy at all.
ReplyDeleteOooh, so glad you like my evening bag and shoes! Still gown hunting..... have you found one yet?
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
Angela, thank you so much for thinking about my two friends tomorrow.... I confess I am very nervous for "S".....she is being so brave....and I am trying to be brave for her too... reading the theme of your post actually helped me feel positive about it all....
ReplyDeleteWarm Hugs,
♥ Robin ♥
Liebe Marianne.... I have only been to the Netherlands in Spring and Summer when everywhere is a riot of colour....but I imagine you do have a grayer Autumn than we do...and that can be depressing....still, your home and the town is so beautiful...you have made it a sacred haven - no matter what the weather is doing! You bring the colour INSIDE with your art (and now "Frida" will be there), your wonderful, wonderful animals and your loving family!
ReplyDeleteOf course.....you could come visit Lo or me..... ;)
It has been clear and warm here today....I am hoping the fog stays away tonight so I can have a moon sighting.
Kiss Sjimmie and Spook and the Doggies for me!
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
Wonderful photos (both of them) Has Emma seen the squirrel yet? :-). I love Fall here in Taos, beautiful colors and lovely weather, but it never lasts very long. I love all the Seasons as they all have something to love :-).
ReplyDeleteSpring is actually the "brown" month here, mud, mud and more mud! Glad you have blue skies.xoxo
P.S.Love the car, shoes and purse!
ReplyDeleteThe shoes and purse and car are awesome!!! I can just see you walking around, looking gorgeous - woohoo!!!
ReplyDeleteOoo...marvelous shoes and bag on your sidebar, Robin! Looking forward to seeing you at the ball next week. Things are starting to heat up over here!
ReplyDeletei'm with willow, just saw those jimmy choos on your sidebar, wow! i think i'll grab a pair for the ball!
ReplyDeletehey, you and i are sharing john fowles as our date, remember? so if you are june and i am july, then we must both wear the same dress....but with your exceptional taste, i will let you pick -- let me know what you decide...i just envision us both in white silk!
p.s. your photo of the purple carpet DID turn out great! ;-) xxooxxoo
Glad you had a clear day dear!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your sweet encouraging words. I will sure try!
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