Shedding The Old To Show The New
The aspen tree was also preparing for the new season. It was shedding its old skin and showing the new underneath. All of life goes through change as time passes and prepares for the next season. God has made a plan for His creation and everything progresses from youth to old age and finally the end of life here.
This shows the contrast between the two.

Nikon D300s

ISO: 200

Shutter speed: 1/400 sec

Aperture: f/10.0

Focal length: 170.0 mm