Shades of Life

Many years ago two trees were planted. From tiny seedlings to sturdy trees they both have grown. They have been through many bare winters, springs with budding beauty, full bloom summers and now, are once again shedding their glory in autumn. Like many of God's other creatures, these trees have not lost their passion or looks the same way. One has taken on a wrinkled, spent look that tells us that it's leaves have gone on longer than they should have. The other has turned it's crisp green leaves into a more glorious shade, grabbing for all the color it can while it is still hanging onto some of summer's life.