Leaves of fall....

Check out these beauies in our front yard. They're something I look forward to seeing everyday.

But, once leaves start turning, we all know they eventually fall. And John and I, for the first time, felt responsible for taking initiative to rake the leaves. Especially since our neighbors keep their yard leaves-free.

Yes, we had to buy a rake. But we really didn't think we had that much to clean-up.

6 bags later....

Trees without leaves make the perfect opportunity for Christmas ornaments.

And, help in spreading Christmas cheer throughout the streets of Dallas.