This is how it goes when waiting for a friend. First the calm watchful pose.

Then the taking advantage of one's surroundings.

Finally, just read (books being loaned to expected friend). Every moment put to good use by this young man.

Apparently we missed the harvest moon, but this evening's moon did not disappoint. This was the ideal Halloween moon, a couple of days later but just right for autumn. Eerie and comforting. Quite the combination.