Tree Fallen in Water

This tree once stood tall and provided shelter and possibly food to many of its forest companions.  Seeing it laying, lifelessly in the water reminded me of the simple truth of mortality.  Not in a morbid or depressing way, just as an immutable law of nature.  Keeping that in mind, we should all live each moment to its fullest.

Fallen Crape Myrtle Blossom

This fallen crape myrtle blossom serves as a reminder the warm summer weather will soon be a memory.