Corky's parents are leaving in the morning so Corky is here at "Camp Del" and will be here for ten days. He understands that he has two homes and obeys the rules of whichever home he is in. Smart dog. We'll go for a walk every single day - even if we must wait for the sun to go down and the temperature along with it. Although today was lovely with high of 76F.

We walked in the little park behind my house today and saw more signs of autumn. The liquid amber (Sweet Gum) leaves are starting to turn red, yellow and orange.

and the seed pods are already drying to brown.

Just down the street is a Curly Willow tree that cannot be more than ten years old, but it has gotten huge. The previous owners kept it trimmed, a necessity for this tree or it will take over the neighborhood. But the new owners don't seem to care.

Curly Willow is widely grown for the bare twisting branches which are used in flower arrangements, wreaths and baskets.

This is my favorite palm tree - isn't it gorgeous? I'm not usually into bling and I know it is silly, but it is guaranteed to bring smiles, at least to my face. And head shakes from many viewers.

I think of it as a California Exotic Palm and only hang it on special occasions - such as taking this picture to share with you.