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My home in Oxford, MS., on the morning of October 18th, 2019, was a crisp 45 degrees, with clear skies and a hint of a breeze. The temperature would climb to 74 degrees, with spotty clouds and no wind by noon. Certainly, a Fall day that anyone could enjoy.
I was greeted by a neighborhood Blue Jay that was compelled to announce her joy. The Golden Rod shown bright in the early rays.
I spotted a small White Aster alone in a meadow that was hanging onto the last bits of Summer.
I passed a small farm on the way to work and saw this cow and calf waiting on the farmer to lead them to the next pasture. A Scarab beetle was making a meal of a fresh dropping.
The fence line was aflutter. There were several species of butterflies on the Aster and Golden Rod there. I tried to get as many photos as I could, but ran out of time. There were just as many that I missed but I hope you will enjoy these. I certainly did.
I had a conversation with my business partner (hay seed) about the Comma and Question Mark
butterflies. This closeup of the wing should provide the answer.
I can’t usually photograph butterflies or moths because I focus too slowly. The cooler temperatures helped me today, The insects conserved energy and moved at a slower rate. I still couldn’t get as many varieties as I wanted. I hope these will bring you as much pleasure as they did me on this fine Fall day.
Thank you for stopping in for a visit.
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