leaves: First Heavy Frost of The Season in Charlotte, NC - 11/12/11 10:58 AM
This morning it was white with frost.  In fact I did a double take when I looked out the window.  It was still dark, but the ground was white.  I actually thought it had snowed.
 


In this picture you can see that the rose bushes still have roses in bloom.  I will be busy cutting back all of these gardens, so that they can rest for the winter.
 
The next big rain will take off the leaves and trees will be bare. 
 
No matter what season, it is always beautiful in Charlotte, NC.
 
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leaves: The Many Colors of Fall in The Carolinas!! - 10/25/11 10:27 AM
Today was a beautiful day in Charlotte.  At one point it was about 76 degrees and the sun was out and the sky was blue.  Just a yummy day and am so grateful for beautiful fall days like these.
Last year I planted a silver maple tree and it is growing fast.  I noticed this morning that the top of it is beginning to turn red.


The mums continue to bloom and are beautiful.

I would be thrilled if it stayed like this all winter.
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