For Mendy

 Mendy hasn't felt well for over a week and so she hasn't been by to see the last vestiges of fall leaves in my backyard. She is fond of the multi-colored maple leaves that are both red and gold, as am I. I had an abundance of them in my backyard this year and I was able to capture quite a few images of these beauties. Fall is special and brief, so you grab every image you can, as you see it.

For you Mendy, hope this lifts your spirits a bit in the midst of your trials and struggles. Thinking about you and keeping you in our prayers.

For each new morning with its light, Father, we thank thee,

For rest and shelter of the night, Father, we thank thee,

For health and food, for love and friends, For everything thy goodness sends, Father, in heaven, we thank thee.

Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803–1882)