A Beautiful Surprise

Today is the most lovely, chilly, perfect day. 

I love the way the mist hangs on the mountains, the brisk air, and the need to wear sweaters and scarves again.  I had to use the windshield wipers all the way home today.  Just wonderful!

And guess what was waiting at home for me?

This beautiful pink rose refuses to believe that Fall is here.  She's just in her baby stages of blooming, but so vibrant and summer-scented that she brightens my sleepy garden.

Just as I'm getting excited about Autumn, I'm reminded how beautiful other seasons can be.

Bloom on, sweet rose!