Its amazing what treasures are hidden in plain sight. Entire civilizations existing in secret, right above our heads within the shadows of leaves. As summer turns to fall the green leaves change to bright red, yellow, or orange; before these keepers of secrets fade to brown and float slowly to the ground where they await…

(story originally written in 2008) “Want some skittles Liz?” Bella asked Liz took one hand off the wheel of the car to grab the chewy, sugary orbs. “Can I ask you a question?” Bella flipped her shoulder length wavy brown hair over her shoulder as she looked at her sister. “What?” she replied to her…