Nostalgic for Fall

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The colors have come alive with magic this weekend in Northern Minnesota reminding me of all the fall weekend trips I did as a child up north. It was a family tradition that was so special that I’ve continued it with my own children.

This weekend we drove about five hours north of Minneapolis to Ely, one of the launching off points to the Boundary Waters Wilderness and Canoe Area. The pristine air, lakes and forests is breathtaking and reminds me so much of my youth growing up in Minnesota.

Fall is the time of year I feel so alive with energy as the light graces the changing colors of the leaves and the deep blue sky is vibrant and pure. The fresh scent of the air or even the smoke of a campfire fills me with warmth and nostalgia.

Here are a few photos from our weekend up north. Many more will come soon. It is way too beautiful here not to share.


“Autumn is a second Spring when every leaf is a flower” -Albert Camus

My daughter and I went paddling to the beaver dam at the end of the lake. It was so incredibly serene. All we heard was the sound of the birds. 




And the sunsets were mesmerizing. 



This post was inspired by the Weekly Photo Challenge: Nostalgic.

50 thoughts on “Nostalgic for Fall”

    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Tannie! 🙂

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  2. lexklein – I’m a restless, world-wandering, language-loving, book-devouring traveler trying to straddle the threshold between a traditional, stable family life and a free-spirited, irresistible urge to roam. Even when I was young, I always wanted to be somewhere else. I was the kid who loved camp, vacations, sleepovers, and all forms of transportation. Did my restlessness spring from a love of languages and other cultures? From a fiction fixation and all the places I’ve visited on the pages of a globeful of authors? I think it’s more primordial, though, an innate itch that demands scratching at regular intervals. I’m sure I won’t have a travel story every time I add to this blog, but I’ve got a lot! I’m a pretty happy camper (literally), but there is some angst as well as excitement in always having one foot out the door. Come along for the trip as I take the second step …
    lexklein on said:

    It’s amazing how much more the leaves have changed color way up there! I’m back in Chicago for the weekend and everything is still green here (and, of course, in DC nothing has turned yet). But I do feel fall is on its way in the air and, like you, feel nostalgic for the autumns of my own youth. Glad you had a great time in that beautiful setting.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes our leaves in Minneapolis are just starting too which is late. The peak is usually the first weekend in August. There were even some areas way up north that hardly had changed! Crazy. But so beautiful!!!

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  3. buildingtheloveshack – I am a Writer, a Nurse, a Reverend and a Landscape Designer. I live in Hamilton, Ontario. I was born in Binghamton NY. Canada is my home now. I graduated for Mohawk College in Nursing and Landscape Design. I study Sociology at Mac Master University. My hobbies are growing orchids, shooting photography, cooking, building doll houses and traveling.
    buildingtheloveshack on said:

    Beautiful shots

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you!

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  4. A Wandering Memory – Seasoned traveler and aspiring photographer. I am a huge advocate of living life and have had many incredible experiences throughout my years. I just hope the next 30 years are just as amazing!
    A Wandering Memory on said:

    Incredible scenic shot… the water is so calm and tranquil – looks like a full mirror

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes it is amazing sometimes I don’t need to travel too far to see incredible beauty! It is very beautiful in northern Minnesota. Thanks for stopping by! 🙂

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      • A Wandering Memory – Seasoned traveler and aspiring photographer. I am a huge advocate of living life and have had many incredible experiences throughout my years. I just hope the next 30 years are just as amazing!
        A Wandering Memory on said:

        Yes it has been a while since we last spoke, how are things?

      • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
        thirdeyemom on said:

        Things are well but busy. I see you’ve been putting out some posts again! I have them stored in my inbox and will check them out. Hope all is well for you too! 🙂

  5. When I came back from Philadelphia last weekend, the tree in Pennsylvania were just starting to change, just barely. As mentioned above, the Chicago area is still hanging on to the green of summer, while giving us fall temperatures, which is a great combination for me, although I love fall, too. Beautiful gallery you shared.

    janet

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes we are pretty green here too in Minneapolis which is so late. The leaves are just starting. It is amazing how five hours north how much more the leaves have turned yet there were a few lakes we hiked around and the leaves had hardly started which was strange. It is so incredibly beautiful in northern MN! Thanks for stopping by Janet!

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  6. wow – this is so lovely .in michigan the turn is just beginning )

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks so much! Our leaves here in Minneapolis are just starting to turn and only five hours north on the border of Canada where I took these photos, the leaves are at their peak. Can’t wait to get fall here!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Debbie! I sure do love Fall!

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  8. heartandsoul974 – I am a happily married wife, mom,sister,daughter and WOMAN, who loves to write and has always loved it. As a young child I wrote short stories and as I grew I began to log my thoughts and feelings in a journal. It's been many years that I haven't written because of lack of confidence. Now I am at it again, doing what I love. You are invited to join me in my blog about everyday living in a small town. I hope YOU are living a life filled with joy and peace.❤️
    heartandsoul974 on said:

    Amazing pictures!😄

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks so much!

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  9. Simply beautiful! We’re headed up the N. Shore of Superior to the Lutsen/Grand Marais areas next weekend… hoping to catch the fall colors as we hike the SHT. You definitely hit the colors near Ely! Great shots!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Mike! It was stunning up there. Just magical. The weather was incredible. I had to pinch myself several times. Have fun up north!

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  10. Sue Slaght – Calgary, Alberta Canada – www.traveltalesoflife.com Many years from now, when I am an old lady sitting in the nursing home, I hope to be the twinkly eyed resident still entertaining anyone who I can corner to listen, about all of the wild adventures attempted in a lifetime. Well into the second half of the game of life there is no time like the present to get out there, live big and laugh a lot. Living in Calgary, Alberta, married to my best friend Dave for over thirty years and Mom to adult children; my decades as a nurse have shown that in a moment life can change completely. Passionate about social justice, volunteerism and not letting the phrase “What would people think?” or my own fear get in the way of trying something new; the possibilities are endless. Enjoy the tales and I hope you will be inspired to try something you have been thinking about doing.
    Sue Slaght on said:

    Loved the photos here and on IG Nicole. Stunning catures worthy of postcards.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks so much Sue! It was so beautiful! All these were taken on my cellphone too. I haven’t even downloaded them off my camera yet but I can hardly wait. It was surreal up there!

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  12. Magnificent pictures!! One of your best indeed. I must appreciate how much you are taking care to create such lovely memories for your children

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  13. arv! – Arv is a Jaipur blogger. His blog, JaipurThruMyLens offers a unique perspective on the Pink City-Jaipur and has been awarded the best Jaipur Blog. The readers of JaipurThruMyLens love his pictures and distinctive take on Jaipur.
    arv! on said:

    Beautiful post..Indeed these fall colors make the scenery beautiful!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks so much! I LOVE fall!

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      • arv! – Arv is a Jaipur blogger. His blog, JaipurThruMyLens offers a unique perspective on the Pink City-Jaipur and has been awarded the best Jaipur Blog. The readers of JaipurThruMyLens love his pictures and distinctive take on Jaipur.
        arv! on said:

        🙂

    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      It makes our long winters worth it! Fall is my favorite time of year!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! Ely isn’t too far from the Canadian border so I’m sure it makes you nostalgic! I sure love fall!

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  16. All of your photos are incredible this week, but the first one is my favorite. The color of the sky, the clouds, the reflections in the water and the lush fall leaves create a desire in me to be there and see it for myself. Well done!
    Ω

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you so much! That first photo was taken in the morning. The light had just come out from the clouds and if I didn’t run out to snap the photo I would have missed it. thanks so much!!!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Andrew! It was incredibly beautiful up north!

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  18. Alison and Don – Occupation: being/living/experiencing/travelling. In our sixties, with apparently no other authentic option, my husband Don and I sold our apartment and car, sold or gave away all our stuff and set off to discover the world. And ourselves. We started in Italy in 2011 and from there have travelled to Spain, India, Bali, Australia, New Zealand, SE Asia, South America, Egypt, Japan, etc. - you can see the blog archive. We travelled full-time for nearly six years, and then re-established a home in Vancouver. We now travel 2-3 months per year. We are interested in how the world works, how life works, how the creation of experience works, how the mind works. As we travel and both "choose" our course, and at the same time just let it unfold, we discover the "mechanics" of life, the astounding creativity of life, and a continual need to return to trust and presence. Opening the heart, and acceptance of what is, as it is, are keystones for us both. Interests: In no particular order: travel, photography, figure skating (as a fan), acceptance, authenticity, walking/hiking, joy, creativity, being human, adventure, presence, NOW. Same for Don except replace figure skating with Formula One motor racing.
    Alison and Don on said:

    So beautiful!
    Alison

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Alison!

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  19. galeweithers – Barbados – Barbadian mother and lover of laughter; story teller and best-selling author; happy to follow God's lead and to live my mantra: "you've gotta be a rainbow in the lives of others when it rains."
    galeweithers on said:

    Your photos were absolutely beautiful!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed them Gale!

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  20. Gorgeous! I dream of doing a lengthy kayak trip on those boundary waters someday.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes it is so amazing up north LuAnn. So pristine!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      I love fall!!! It is just that our winters are so long.

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  22. Wendy – Manchester, England – Personal Development and Positive Action to improve have been an important part of my life both personally and professionally. I qualified as a hypnotherapist over 20 years ago and am also a qualified trainer and Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and I continue to be inspired in these areas of my life.
    Wendy on said:

    Oh my goodness, – I don’t think I’ve ever seen such beautiful sunset photographs or pictures of the trees… Wow – spectacular! I loved canoeing with my dad and then with our sons but never somewhere quite so spectacular as these pictures reflect.. x

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      thank you so much for your wonderful comment! It was extraordinarily beautiful up there. 🙂

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      • Wendy – Manchester, England – Personal Development and Positive Action to improve have been an important part of my life both personally and professionally. I qualified as a hypnotherapist over 20 years ago and am also a qualified trainer and Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and I continue to be inspired in these areas of my life.
        Wendy on said:

        How incredibly special that you got to enjoy the moment AND capture it for posterity! Wow.. x

      • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
        thirdeyemom on said:

        Thank you!!! 🍁🍁🍁

      • Wendy – Manchester, England – Personal Development and Positive Action to improve have been an important part of my life both personally and professionally. I qualified as a hypnotherapist over 20 years ago and am also a qualified trainer and Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and I continue to be inspired in these areas of my life.
        Wendy on said:

        You’re welcome! x

  23. Stunning images thirdeyemom 😊🌺🌺

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you so much!

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