Last Days of Summer

Butterfly on a buddleia

We’ve had the most perfect bright September days – clear mornings, blue skies, and slanting sunlight. The country lanes have been full of my favourite colours: yellow ochre, moss green, and chestnut brown. Bonfire smoke has replaced the barbecues, and the beaches now have more dog walkers than deckchairs. It’s been a delicious change in season.

Today is the last official day of summer. I’ve eked out these last sunny days with early morning starts, bike rides to work, and going the long way home. Rain is due on Sunday and I can enjoy the excuse for some reading and baking, knowing I made the most of these last few days of summer.

Tree

3 thoughts on “Last Days of Summer

    • Thanks Michelle. Yep, this rainy day is all the more enjoyable having had such wonderful sunny days! I love cosy times by the fire.