Matoaka Trail

 

The Matoaka Trail runs through some 300 acres of woods now designated by the College of William & Mary as a nature preserve.

Autumn Leaves

 

 A classic: Nat King Cole - Autumn Leaves (Capitol Records 1955)

A slightly snappier version :-) Oscar Peterson Autumn Leaves 1974

And still another: Oscar Peterson & Stephane Grappelli Quartet [Paris, 1973]

TS Nicole

 

Tropical storm Nicole passed through here yesterday, although most of its impact was felt farther west toward the Blue Ridge where I heard that up to 8 inches of rain may have fallen. Not so much here where most of the rain fell during the morning. By afternoon, the sun even put in an appearance even if only for a short while before a few more stray showers passed by. 

Of greater impact will be this week's falling temperatures. Time to rummage around the house to see if I can find some warmer clothes.

Ginkgo

 

Linking today with Skywatch Friday

Bank

A bank building that has been left vacant for at least the past year or two is now suddenly getting a complete makeover both inside and out. Yesterday's cooler temperatures made for a nearly perfect day for a little exterior painting.

Kilwins

 

Finally caught a couple of the bakers at Kilns at work along with some of their creations. The aromas often greeting passersby are worth enjoying even if they don't actually go inside and indulge themselves. :-)

Tourism

 

I've read reports that tourism here in Williamsburg has returned to pre-pandemic levels. Judging just from the number of buses arriving like the one shown above, I can believe it.