A Sedona Thanksgiving Wish... Every year, I hope and wish that our color does not peak before Thanksgiving.  I especially hope that our Japanese maple makes it.  We have been very fortunate that it has made it most years since we have lived in Sedona.  Here it is in all its glory, ready for Thanksgiving Day!Here is a contrast of the color change in different years.Here is another weather contrast...We got a freak early snowstorm on November 29, 2019.  7: 34 am I thought we would lose many branches and possibly the whole tree...This Image was taken at noon, just 4.5 hours later.Because we do not get freezing weather, most of our snow evaporates because of the low humidity. Rick and I were very thankful there was no damage to our special tree.~ ~ ~Tristan helped me with the stuffing on T... 11/22/2023

Thankful Thoughts When Does Color Peak In Sedona Arizona?Thankful For Fall In the Cottages At CoffeepotI love Autumn. So, it stands to reason that every year I would be very thankful for this season.  Recap of 'Thankful Thoughts' PostsTo start this series, my first 'Thankful Thoughts' was about my grandson - "Farewell Halloween Until We Meet Again."  I reminisced about my grandson's first few Halloweens and how cute he looked. I am grateful to be a part of his life growing up.  My second post was "Thankful Thoughts - A Very Special Thanksgiving."  My first born was announced at Thanksgiving dinner in our new home. This was a special holiday that I will never forget.  Last week's post was "Thankful Thoughts - Meditation In The New Moon."  I discussed how I meditate and plan my month righ... 11/25/2023