The driveway and the creek

These somewhat recently planted red maples were a welcome sight as the rest of the landscape went from green to brown too fast.

I was down in the creek again yesterday doing my water testing for the OCCA. I was almost sitting down in the cold (52°F) creek because my access point is through a nest of old willow tree roots pulling up out of the ground. My balance isn't what it used to be. (dying willow in both pics)

This seated position just on the edge was perfect for taking some photos.