Autumn light

The few remaining leaves of a maple tree glow like stained glass in a cathedral of arching branches. The wind whispers through the trees like a prayer. I am a congregant in this place of worship, one of the created - a witness to the power and beauty of the Creator of light and everything upon which it shines.

Getting close to 100 grand: My little visitor counter is approaching 100,000 unique visitors to Points of Light. I'm planning something nice for visitor number 100K. So, if you happen to come here and notice the counter at exactly 100,000 - leave a comment to let me know. By the way, the counter is at the bottom of the right hand sidebar.

Photo: Taken in Matthiessen State Park, Oglesby, Illinois. Click on this post's headline for image EXIF data. Photograph © 2008 James Jordan.