Back Road Memories
It’s hard to beat driving down back roads lined with glorious autumn color! Fond leaf-peeping memories go back to childhood in Western New York Sate. Coming home from Gramma’s house, who lived about an hour away, we stopped to gather a bouquet of autumn maple branches. It was Mom’s idea that I could take them into school the next day. I remember it being a proud first grade moment and fall has been my favorite season ever since. An autumn without driving down colorful backroads, just would not be autumn for me. Come on …let’s take a little ride and have a look!
‘Curving Through Aspens’ © Denise Bush
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‘Happy Cattle Hill’ © Denise Bush
‘Aspen-lined’ © Denise Bush
‘Along An Autumn Road’ © Denise Bush
‘Curving Into Gold’ © Denise Bush
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“Curving into Gold” is golden!
Thanks Ken! I was happy when I came upon that road.
Gosh, these shots are so gorgeous, Denise. Those curves are most inviting!
Thanks Eliza! The curves keep you going … always wondering what is around the next!
Curving into Gold is my fave! Love the story you shared. Have a Merry Thanksgiving!
Thanks Carlos! Merry Thanksgiving to you too!
Sweet collection! Autumn is my favourite season too.
Thanks very much Michael. We had a beautiful fall here!
Beauties, all!
Hi Rich … very glad you like! 🙂
Glorious!! And a happy memory!
My absolute favorite is “Happy Cattle Hill)!
Thanks for letting me know your favorite Deb. That is the same road as the previous shot … just a wider view.
Your closing photograph is lovely. This ex-New Yorker (Long Island) doesn’t recall what western town in the state you grew up in. What’s clear is that you’ve gone from one fall-foliage-rich region of the country to another. You’d feel really deprived if you lived somewhere without autumn color. (For once I don’t feel quite as envious, having spent 10 days in New Mexico last month.)
All our clan is from outside of Buffalo. We only lived there until the middle of 2nd grade for me. Then we moved to Overland Park, Kansas where we only lived for 3 years before moving to South Jersey to start 5th grade. My Dad worked for Smith, Kline, Beckman, whose headquarters are in Philadelphia and got transferred each time. For several years I ran photo tours in the Catskills. I had a friend who owned an Inn where all my friends from various camera clubs and I stayed.
Of those photographs from long ago in the Catskills, have you considered posting any that have held up well over the years?
I only post current work on my blog. The Catskill images are still in my archives between 2010 & 2014. The only thing is, I was only uploading 500px wide images back then so they won’t look sharp on a Retina Display unless you reduce the view. If you see this post then click on the ‘Catskills’ tag in the post they will all come up. Most years I did a spring, fall and winter tour. https://denisebushphoto.wordpress.com/2014/06/01/shades-of-green/
Larger Catskill images can be seen on my main website in the 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 Favorites galleries. https://www.denisebushphoto.com
I especially loved the last one. Those golden aspens are gorgeous.
Thanks Bruce! The aspens are wonderful and sometimes I can’t believe my eyes!
Good morning! Aspen-lined wins this group for me. Thanks for the ride.
Good morning. Glad you like that one. It is always nice when different friends have different picks! Thank you.
WOW!
Hi Bonnie. Going through my photos has been quite a task. I haven’t even been out shooting since October 16! There is plenty of winter ahead.
I am definitely living vicariously through you! LOL Love your photos! Such a beautiful place to live.
My favorite is ‘Happy Cattle Hill’, just a lot to keep my eyes busy.
Thanks Barry! That is a view near Telluride.
Wow!, lovely autumn colors!
We had an exceptional autumn this year! Now it’s on to winter. Thanks for looking YellowCable.
Beautiful images! Enjoyed seeing them!
Hi Reed! Oh good … glad you enjoyed.
Great collection! Almost all of them are my favorite. I love Curving Through Aspens, Happy Cattle Hill, and best … Curving in Gold.
Thank you Lawrence! I am very particular about what I post so I’m glad you liked them!
Pleasant memories and wonderful photos, Denise!
Hi Belinda! A memory I remember so clearly. Thank you!
I always love your posts!
Thanks so much. I appreciate the note letting me know you’ve visited!
On our woods nearby, I find the view we see so often is never the same – the light in the leaves, the colour, squirrels, ducks, an occasional eagle.
It looks good
Thanks!
It looks beautiful! I love the dirt, winding roads lined with Autumn’s color. Beautiful!
Thanks Deborah! Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving, Denise!! I hope you have a wonderful week, and Thanksgiving.
Lovely colors. Do happy cattle make better milk?
We had a very colorful fall! Happy cattle make better (grass-fed) beef. That’s the kind of cattle we have here.
Stunning shots Denise!! Brings back many memories of our time in Colorado! We’re just thrilled to be in an area that has fall colors after so many years in San Diego. Thanks for sharing and have a Happy Thanksgiving!!
Thanks Kirt! Glad you were able to enjoy the fall colors this year! Happy Thanksgiving!
Wow! These are gorgeous photos! Thank you for sharing them and the memories you hold with us. They make the photos that much more meaningful 🥰
Thanks very much for your visit and nice comment!
You’re very welcome 😊
Beautiful images!
Hi Diana … glad you like … thanks!
Sweet rides and sweet memories, Denise!
Thanks Steve!
Stunning photos Denise👌👌🔥🔥🔥
Thank you! I’m glad you like them!
I sound like a broken record, Denise. These are absolutely lovely, and iconic of fall in backroads Colorado.
Thanks Linda! Love those backroads!
Golden trees? What a wealthy area! 😉 Autumn is the most beautiful season.
Thank you! This area was also once a wealthy gold and silver mining area. We had a wet summer and beautiful fall this year.
Absolutely stunning!
Thanks! I appreciate the visit!
What spectacular work and gorgeous memories! Loving your blog Denise ❤️😊
Thank you! It makes me so happy to know you are enjoying my blog!
You’re so welcome. Glad I discovered it 🥰. I love both photography and writing myself. It’s a spectacular combination.