The theme for today must have something to do with beaches and decaying things. This leaf seemed odd to me as it looked so dead on the edges, yet so vibrantly green ( and alive-looking ) towards the center.
Looking west on Skidmore St. in the Sabin area of NE Portland, Or. Skidmore St. is a designated bike road. During commuting hours you are likely to see a range of cyclists on this street..
Tree lined streets in the Sabin area of NE Portland. Soon the leaves will be wind-blown about and perhaps raked into large piles for the street sweeper.