Owen Staples writes within this composition:
“Along the ridge and down the steep slopes to the Don, the scenery is attractive at all seasons.
In the spring, when the national forest blooms in its vernal foliage, and when the profusion of wild flowers covers the ground;
In the summer when, amidst shaded walks and retreats, one wanders from the heat;
In the fall, when gorgeous coloring of the leaves, changed by the frost into all the colors of the rainbow, delight and dazzle the eye;
and in the winter when the trees and twigs are decked with icy diamonds.
The beautiful suburb of Rosedale entices many to take their walks or rides in the vicinity, even the occasional glimpse of such a vista is thrilling.”
