A Chill in the Air

Okay, so... I thought I loved Autumn until I moved to Washington. Now, I know one hundred percent, beyond a shadow of a doubt that I absolutely  {l-o-v-e}  it. You don't truly appreciate the chill in the air or the changing colors of the leaves until you mix it with the clear, fresh air of a mountain state. It's days like today that honestly make me question leaving a place like this. There's more to it than just the weather though....

The city where we live is so pretty. WA takes pride in its landscaping along highways, sidewalks, etc. You don't see litter. The streets are lined on either side with huge evergreens & lush foliage. And, anywhere you are, you can find a view of Mt. Rainier. At times, it's absolutely breath taking. There are mornings, when the sun is coming up, the light hits the snow covered mountain just right and gives it purple & orange tones. One day I will successfully capture this in a photo.

We only have a few short months up here. At first (2 years ago), I was slightly resentful of having to move 2,652 miles from everything & everyone I know. Now, I wouldn't go back & change that. I've experienced a place unlike any I've ever been before. I am definately planning to come back for at least one visit in the near future. If any of you get the chance, I suggest you do the same. There's so much to see & do.

**This is a pic of Mt. Rainier taken from the plane on our flight back from MS in July**