
Flowering trees

I’ve notice this tree near Portland Square on 12th Avenue East for many years because of its bright orange colors. A few years ago I interviewed some adults who were had a Portland Square Kids Reunion. They had many fun stories to tell about growing up in the area. BUT, they also told me that that tree ALWAYS was the first to turn orange in the fall.
This house is near Chester Park. It is the aftermath of the early Thursday morning storm with hurricane force winds. As you can see they have electrical power. Some neighborhoods still do not have power. This will be the fifth day of no power for some. Minnesota Power is saying some people will not get power until Thursday. going on the