It’s getting darker and colder each day here in Pennsylvania. And yet this obstinate hibiscus is still blooming.

Tropical Flower Still Blooming

This hibiscus sits between my garage and my neighbor’s.

It’s not just limping through the last days of flowering, it’s thriving. Even the petunias that somehow regrew in this soil from last year are still blooming.

The braided trunk hibiscus was purchased at Costco of all places. It has flowered abundantly and it’s been a joy to behold all summer. It’s nice that it continues to bring beauty despite the obvious approach of autumn weather.

One more reason to be grateful.

Current Knitting

I was able to finish the first glove of the second pair of open-finger gloves.

That’s a qualified “finished.” You’ll note that blob of yarn-ends that need weaving. But I couldn’t wait to start the second glove.

One note about the chilly autumn nights…knitting seems to go better with this weather than summer weather, no?