Garden – Page 7 – M. Sullivan Photography

August 10, 2013 M. Sullivan Photography Flowers, Garden, Photos

The Backyard

My brother cut down three pine trees and a birch from our backyard today. We now have plenty of fireplace wood. The trees had all died and needed to be removed, but it was sad to see them go. Despite the loss, there is still a lot growing and blooming in our backyard. Oh yeah, there’s also plenty of wildlife including the chipmunk below (trying to get to the bird feeder hanging from the shepherd’s hook) and the deer that ate all but one of my lily blossoms. I don’t have proof – no photographic evidence, but I know it was them.

Notice the nibbled stem on the right of the photo. I hope the deer enjoyed it!

We have been picking peas, beans, lettuce and tomatoes from the garden. We also have peppers that are ripe. So far the deer haven’t jumped the fence. I think they have filled up on my hosta plants instead, with a side of lily blossoms for dessert.

August 6, 2013 M. Sullivan Photography Animals, Family, Flowers, Garden, Photos

The Simple Life

Growing up in rural Minnesota, life was simple. Too simple I thought at the time. Summers were spent working on the farm, making hay, helping with the garden. As a kid, I didn’t appreciate the simple life. Going back and visiting my Mom this past weekend made me realize that growing up out in the country was actually pretty cool. We learned how things grow, we saw calves being born, chickens hatching and tadpoles turn into frogs. We harvested peas, beans, carrots and more than a dozen other vegetables from the garden. We picked apples and plums in the fall from our trees. We cut wood for the stove to keep the house warm in the winter. These are the kinds of thing I want my kids to see, understand and appreciate. I know a quick weekend with Grandma won’t do all of this, but it’s a start.

August 4, 2013 M. Sullivan Photography Flowers, Garden, Photos

Float Like A Butterfly, Sting Like A Bee

I couldn’t help but post these photos taken today at my Mom’s house. We picked up the kids this afternoon after a weekend with Grandma. I have lots to post about their time with my Mom, our recent summer vacation and a visit with a high school classmate and her children. But for now, just enjoy the flowers, bees, butterflies and caterpillars. There’s also a tiny flying bug in the last photo. See if you can find it. 🙂