First bonfire of the Autumn

This is the first time we have been able to burn off all the branches and weeds. It was soaking after the rain, but with a lot of newspaper, fire-lighters and even a splash of kero...it finally took hold.
 The sun was shining through the smoke haze, making some interesting patterns. Luckily it stayed that way long enough for me to get the camera. Quite a startling scene. The first one almost looks as if the tree is ablaze.

Wonderful to get rid of the rubbish.....all ready for the next lot of cuttings!!