Equinox | Scene Through the Lens

Not many words here this week. But as always, photos. And links to more photos.

It was just a few weeks ago I was sharing a few blogs about the 'unofficial" end of summer, with photos from the weeks between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

I realized with all the politicking happening in our swing state I didn't spend much time this summer at the Jersey Shore. So I went on Saturday, the "official" end of summer, the day before astronomical fall . According to my colleague Tony Wood , it occurred yesterday at 8:44 a.m. - when the sun beamed directly on the equator.

» READ MORE: Summer's last day and the beginning of autumn at the Jersey Shore

Last week I also witnessed an epic cultural event: Wawa staked its claim in Sheetz territory opening its first Central Pennsylvania store .

More than just gas stations, regional chain convenience stores are my happy place on road trips, and this country has a wonderful variety . (I have yet to experience that over the top Texas-based traveler's nirvana Buc-ees . But someday. The closest one to Philly is eight hours away, right off I-95 in Florence, S.C.)

» READ MORE: Wawa moves west

Finally, speaking of Wawas, years ago as I traveled between assignments, I began documenting the variety of businesses moving into the distinctive structures left behind when "legacy" stores were closed after a new "super" Wawa (with gas pumps and restrooms) opened nearby. Most of the old locations retain their familiar look - the stone facade, double glass doors, and gabled rooftop - making them easy to spot.