The Beauty's and the Spider

I looked out my window this morning and this spider had built her web between the roses. It was quite the construction project and I marvel at her ability. I once watched an entire web construction process under a lamppost one evening and it was a highlight of witnessing nature.

It is a beautiful fall day in Iowa. September is my favorite month. Cindy

Alaska

Well I am out of the woods and living in Fairbanks Alaska. Nathan and I drove from Denver about two weeks ago and had a great trip. I dropped him off in Anchorage and then drove up through Denali to Fairbanks. The college is gorgeous and I am enjoying my classes. I had a great summer in the woods. As you most know the forest fires were outrageous this year and many were burning on our district. I was able to get some minimal fire experience and had fun. Winter is approaching fast here in Fairbanks. Daylight is lessening and the leaves are all a golden brown. I plan on getting a job and keeping myself busy. When I get a camera I will post some pictures. Everything is great on my end hope it is the same for everyone else!
Love
Thomas