Well, haven’t the birds tucked in well over the past few weeks. I have to say, though, I rather begrudge the number of pigeons who’ve come scoffing at our little Evereste tree. But still, the blackbirds have had their fair share too.
Here’s how the tree looked in early October, aglow in late-day light:
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And in no time at all it will look like this:
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And like this:
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And so the gyre of life, loss and renewal endures; never mind the doom-mongers.
Tish Farrell 
I enjoyed this year-in-the-life-of. Hope it doesn’t flower again while Jack Frost is still lurking!
It usually gets its timing just right, so fingers crossed.
The circle of life!
Exactly
Such a beautiful tree. And well recorded.
Thanks, Jude.
Down with doom, Tish! 😍
Oh, Definitely, Jo.
A great look at the cycle of life, Tish
Thanks, Sue.
Such a beautiful cycle, Tish. Love the way you framed the first shot and I agree…Down with the doom-sayers!!
Thanks, Janet.
Beautiful captures, Tish. I looked at the white blossom for a while. Lovely
Hello, Paula. Lovely to hear from you. Happy New Year to you.
And to you, Tish.
What a lovely post, reminding us of the pleasures of spring blossoms to come! I’m glad the birds have enjoyed their feast meanwhile 🙂
Thanks, Sarah. It’s certainly good to know the apples have gone to a ‘good home’.
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Cheers, Pete.
I love the whole seasons of photos!
Thank you, Jennie.
You are welcome, Tish.