Crimson Fall
Mauricette Atencio
Where do I even begin? I have known Carson and Grace both for years, before they were ever a couple. I was there to photograph their proposal when he got down on one knee at sunset at the Norfolk waterfront and she said yes. I was privileged to capture their engagement session and her stunning bridal portraits...but all this paled to the honor of being the one to capture their wedding day. Being with them was like being with old friends, and watching their love grow throughout the years has been a beautiful thing to witness.
On the morning of their wedding, Grace was reminiscing about the first few years of their relationship, which started as a friendship. But both of them knew they would be married when she was just 15 years old - and as friends turned into more than that, it became more obvious by the day that they would be together forever. Almost every single person who talked during the reception got teary-eyed talking about Carson and Grace and their integrity, faithfulness, and love. It was an amazing testament to the kind of people they are and the marriage they will have.
The wedding itself blew me away with its elegant details from start to finish, a beautiful reflection of Grace's classic style. Lush bouquets with crimson red amaranthus perfectly offset her all-over lace wedding dress with gorgeous sleeves and buttons for miles. The reception, an incredible setup from The Main Event by Emily, had timeless pitchers filled with blush roses and eucalyptus, sitting atop books that have endured through the ages. With each element coming together perfectly, it was truly a gorgeous day.
Carson and Grace - seeing you two finally become husband and wife was one of the great joys of my year. You two are an incredible couple, both by yourselves and now together. I look forward to many years of friendship and seeing how God will work in your lives as you begin this next journey together.
In the crowded world of cinematic horror and supernatural stories, Crimson Peak is a beautiful, rare tale that falls into the category of gothic romance. When asked about his influences for this particular project, Guillermo del Toro answered that he tapped into literary works rather than old horror films
Sir Sharpe is also a baronet, an aristocrat. He is intelligent, sophisticated and well-educated but the impoverished heir to Allerdale Hall (Cumberland county), a no-longer profitable estate on the desolate English countryside. The Byronic hero, a literary character archetype of the Romantic period has served as the template to mold the contemporary anti-hero. Thus, for all the allure and magnetic qualities, the character is a contradiction with at his core, emotional and moral struggles. The young baronet is moody by nature but passionate. He is a dreamer and a lover who dances the waltz perfectly, ambitious, eloquent, keenly aware of social conventions. He is flattering in his words and manners, deceitful in his actions.
I love [name]Autumn[/name] and names relating to the fall/seasons. [name]Crimson[/name] was one suggested on nameberry, but I have never heard of this used on a person, and I wonder what you all think of this? In theory I love this name, but do you think it would work, even in my twin set? Honest opinions appreciated, and suggestions for mns
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Ruby[/name] (I know its kind of descriptive but its really pretty)
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Beatrice[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Ophelia[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Belle[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Penelope[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Lucille[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Poppy[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Posey[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Phoebe[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] Pomeline
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Greta[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Florence[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Persephone[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Leda[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Daphne[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Fiona[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Muse[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Pearl[/name]
[name]Crimson[/name] [name]Magnolia[/name]
I will forever think of this first field of clover as a big beautiful bouquet from my husband. That was spring 2019, since then I have learned quite a bit about planting crimson clover. It is such a beautiful cover crop.
Crimson clover is an annual and is considered a cover crop. The first year when Bill was planting the crimson clover, I never thought twice about him being out in the field, sowing seed, or hanging out on the tractor nor did I think to ask what he was doing. And once it popped up, it just looked like a field of green until one day in the spring when it did not. That was the day we went for a walk and I was blown away by a sea of red flowers.
We sow our crimson clover in late summer or early fall and use a fertilizer spreader to broadcast the seed. We also use the tractor to prepare the field and then drag a harrow over the newly broadcast seed (this is my favorite step to lend a helping hand). To determine when to sow your seed, you need to first determine your first average frost date. You will need to sow your seed 6-8 weeks before the first average frost date. Crimson clover enjoys well-drained soil and often does well in poor quality soil.
I now recognize the field of green that pops up each fall and so do the deer and turkeys that frequent our property. The wildlife absolutely love the crimson clover and it has been great fun to watch them each evening this fall as they snack on the new growth. You may be wondering if the wildlife grazing on the crop destroys it. The answer is no, prior to blooming the crop can be grazed and will continue to grow. During the cold months of winter, the clover will go dormant. The real fun starts in late April or early May when the field becomes a sea of red and blooms until early June. I think the deep dark red florets are spectacular.
Blood Falls features crimson waters that sporadically stream out of fissures in Taylor Glacier and into Lake Bonney in East Antarctica. The falls are named for their gory appearance, which is particularly striking against the pristine-white surfaces of the glacier.
Geographer, anthropologist and explorer Thomas Griffith Taylor first documented the falls in 1911, while he was on the ill-fated Terra Nova expedition. Taylor survived the expedition and gave his name both to the glacier where he found the spewing red water and to Taylor Valley, into which the glacier flows.
Taylor and his contemporaries attributed the red color of the water to red algae, but we now know this to be incorrect. Instead, research now shows that the waterfall is rich in iron, which reacts with oxygen in the air when the water emerges from the glacier, staining it a bloody crimson color.
The 2017 study also revealed that the water in the reservoir is liquid, despite the glacier being stable at temperatures well below freezing. This is possible because water releases heat as it freezes, warming the surrounding area, and because salty water requires colder temperatures to freeze than fresh water does.
"Taylor Glacier is the coldest known glacier to have persistently flowing water," lead author Erin Pettit, a professor in the College of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University, said in a statement at the time.
As it turns out, not-quite-peak foliage in New Hampshire is still freaking spectacular. And at the higher elevations in the mountains, trees were even more colorful. We stayed four nights in Jackson, NH, and spent our days exploring the Whites, as the rugged granite mountains are known, stopping frequently for cascading waterfalls, apple orchards, covered bridges, and every fiery tree we saw. Each day the weather improved and the leaves ripened to richer colors. By the last day, sunset-hued mountain vistas had me pointing and sputtering, Just look at that!
The clouds proved atmospheric for photos, adding mystery and softness to the rugged landscape. Cruising along scenic Route 302 we pulled over (along with dozens of other drivers) to admire Silver Cascade, a 250-foot white ribbon tumbling over gray rocks.
Historic wooden covered bridges, many still in use, crisscross the rivers of New Hampshire, including this red charmer in Jackson. We walked through it, admiring the solid construction and framed river views from inside.
The premier scenic highway in New Hampshire is the Kancamagus, or the Kanc, a 32-mile stretch of Route 112 between Lincoln and Conway. We traversed this scenic byway multiple times during our stay, as the leaves brightened and the clouds eventually lifted. A pedestrian bridge at Lincoln Woods Trailhead is a popular stop, with pretty views along the river.
By our last day on October 5th, the sun was shining and lighting up the changing leaves. While Mount Washington still hid its head among the clouds, we enjoyed colorful views along the Kanc, including here at the C. L. Graham Overlook.
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Wow, you really captured the glorious colors of a New England fall. I found it interesting to see how someone not from this area focused on many of the things we take for granted. What a stunning array of photos!
Pam, I cannot tell you how very much I enjoyed these pictures of your trip and appreciate your time and generosity in sharing the photo and details. What a creation God has given us, from the majestic views of fall color and mountains, waterfalls, and rocks there, and the beauty we see here locally in Texas when a single small or even tiny seed brings forth an intricately detailed bloom like the sunflower you photographed there but also seen here in Texas. These days, I am thanking God every time I look upon my breathtaking blue morning glory blooms. So thank you for these breathtaking views from New Hampshire I would never see in person.
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