After a long work week, we kicked off last weekend by heading down to the lake. We visited the Rose Garden and Lakewalk. Sophia brought her roller blades and Sebastian brought his longboard.
Movies in the Park was just getting started when we were leaving. Someday we will have to stay and watch a movie in the park. Instead we made our way back to our car having already enjoyed the wonderful evening. It was a beautiful night for a walk in the park.
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.
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. 🙂
M. Sullivan Photography 