Pieces of Autumn

 Well, it's been a busy week. I FINALLY had a chance 

to sit down and upload my photos. It's been crazy, 

full of projects and field trips, in addition to all the 

regular activities that constitute our normal week. We even had to cancel horseriding in order to accomplish all 

that was necessary.  

However, I was fortunate enough to chaperone

my daughter's field trip to a local camp for the day. What

an awesome day we had! It was loaded with team building exercises. The students had to work together toward a common goal. It was great to watch as they 
problem-solved together. 

After lunch, we took a hike up the "rigorous" trail. 

I have to admit, our breathing was a bit labored by the 

time we reached the top, but it couldn't have been more 

lovely. The sun was shining, the colors were brilliant

and the kids seemed exhilarated. Our guide had us 

stop to look for some "wildlife". One student found 

this tiny little tree frog. 

And we found several chameleons hiding under rocks. 

  

I learned that this is a Shagbark Hickory.The bark 

is so cool!

And...there are only a couple leaves left clinging to this tree.

I stopped by my favorite fruit stand this week. It's actually hard to resist stoppingthere everyday. I probably pass it at least 4, if not more, times a day. It's loaded with pumpkins and mums and all things fall. I picked up some apples and cider as well as a bagful of these little gourds. They are the perfect little Autumn treasures. 

Also, what a surprise I had when I checked out Project 64 

last weekend to see that I was the favorite for the weekly challenge!!! I am so honored and I wanted to thank 

all who voted this week. You're all great!

Thanks for stopping by my blog! 

We're heading to the pumpkin patch tomorrow!! 

Thanks again for stopping by!