Winter walking in the Southern Woods, Feb 2012.

We went for a walk in the woods.

The temperature was mild,

the day was lovely.

See for yourself.

Cheers,

Kat 



Meanwhile, back at the ranch,,,,,,

                            

I know, it isn't really a ranch, but I wanted to use the title anyway. While we were away, Summer appeared. This is the first of these little lizards I have seen so far this year. He was hanging out in the rock garden. Hopefully he will stick around and invite friends, they eat bugs.

When I was little, Mom had these in her garden, we called them tiger Lillies. I just know I like them. We have them all over the yard right now.

A close up of my Lavender. I need to spend some time pulling the weeds that are growing up in it and try to encourage it to spread. I love the stuff! I am so glad it does well here.

This blossom is huge. Eight to ten inches across easy. They smell good too.

Now for a little farther away. We have been walking in some new areas lately. This stretch is a new favorite. There are shady woods.

There is a lovely meadow.

I took pictures of two different types of butterflies. I don't know the names of either one, do you?

This one looks as if it is wearing a painted velvet cloak.

We found a treat. We were only able to gather a small handful of ripe ones, but oh my they are good.

I don't really need to explain this one.

There is even a lazy little river that wanders under a bridge.

Spontaneous looks a little grumpy. Guess I better stop and spoil her a little.

Hope you are having a great weekend.

Kat