A Misty Lavender Overlay,

hard to capture but evident here, gives Smokey Mountain Autumn its charm.

Best Kept Secret

I surprised a wild turkey in the garden this morning. She surprised me in turn. I didn't see her until she flew over the back fence before allowing me a photo op. I must put more seeds in the birdfeeder. Last year she proudly paraded her poults down the fence line.

Hosta 'Powder Blue'

I'm still planting things bought earlier this year.

Wild Turkeys

Once in a while wild turkeys stroll through the back yard. This tree is about a mile from our house. I think they roost in it.