Ginkgo

As the days grow shorter and the air grows colder, we still try to find amongst our day the routine walk. It wasn't so long ago we were at the playground in shorts and t-shirts, but oh how quickly that changes. The leaves are nearly all gone these days. They were late to go, but it happened fast. The grayness is taking over. We are in it for the long haul. But there are a few rays of sunshine. The few ginkgo trees we see around town have the most vibrant yellow leaves. They are glorious to behold. Their contrast against the sky is magnificent.



Soon, they too will be gray and the lights of the season of darkness will brighten our souls before the real cold of January folds into us. For now, we'll enjoy their splendor.