Keeping it simple is best !!

Thank you so much, Jaap.

Exquisite capture!

Thank you, William.

Proof of life in a barren land ...

Yes. It was laying directly in my path outside the library, on a gusty day. Somewhat against all odds- it shouldn’t have stayed put in one place even for as long as it took me to snap a picture of it. Where had it wintered, I wondered. But there it was.

An example of bravery for us all. Just being there.

Thank you, Steve

Excellent minimalist capture, Smiley

Thanks much, Roger

...and beautiful colors. The leaf could be a very special brooch.