I have been looking for fall colors and thought we had none. But I think colors are just now beginning to show. And the trees that are colorful are not really native to this area. They often get an opportunity to show up as areas are logged. Even though the only trees replanted are firs, still colorful trees like vine maple will take root where they get the opportunity. There are lots of them to be seen at higher elevations in the Cascades. Also, people have planted colorful varieties of trees in their yards, adding to the beauty. So I realized that these trees are just beginning to show their beauty. It hasn't really got cold on mornings as yet, if that stimulates the appearance of color. I still hope to take a drive into the Cascades once this year, but lots of things have been happening that keep me close to home.