like a faded patchwork quilt

I know it was a beautiful day today but I didn't get out much.  I was busy with a Word project so I sat at my computer with my back to the window for most of the day. However, when I did take a few breaks to rest my eyes, the view from my balcony was lovely.  While I like the warm weather we've been having, I was beginning to wonder if the trees would ever start changing colors. Finally they are, and today. with a little mist in the air, the trees spread out below me looked like soft pieces of old, slightly faded fabric.  The oranges, reds, golds and light greens spead out like a much washed,  lovingly pieced together, hand stitched quilt. It was a quiet feast for the eyes and I loved it.