Autumn in Woodstock

October 2010 has brought a panoply of colors surpassing anything I have seen in previous years. The foliage is so rich in color that wading birds, while still a presence in early autumn, seem to be captives of the resplendant hues, at times barely distinguishable from their surroundings. A little bird, like the titmouse,  blends into the leaves and limbs of the tree by which it is embraced.
Every now and then I succumb to the sheer richness of the foliage, and snap another picture.

                          

 
                                     


                                     


                                     

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The Fall unfolds

As October rolls around, I fill the feeders outside my window knowing that as the days grow cooler the variety and abundance of winged visitors will increase. For now, I'll settle for those familiar faces, stopping by  for a quiet and peaceful lunch.



Chickadee



Slate-colored Junco

White-breasted Nuthatch


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Tufted Titmice





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