Mystery Maple

I found this in the garden this afternoon.

I've no idea where it came from, there are no maples anywhere near us, except my Japanese Maples, and they are no where near this size.

It's the second mystery today. I was out early doing some weeding this morning when I heard someone tapping on the window.

I looked but couldn't see anyone because of the reflections on the glass.

Thinking that Beloved had arisen, it was very early, I came in to make her a brew.

She was still in bed, asleep.

Strange