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| Orange globemallow |
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| Yellow salsify |
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| Yellow salsify
The top photo is of one of our loveliest summer-blooming perennials. Few things manage that in the very dry climate here. The bottom two are of a common weed that has an uncommonly lovely seedhead. I remember being enchanted with the flower when I first saw it as a girl - a bright yellow star, blooming out of a crack in the sidewalk.
Today was filled with experiences that were delightful. I went kayaking with a good friend - and oh, the things we saw! Of course we disturbed quite a few carp. Then we saw three different groupings of pelicans, busy fishing in the shallows and gulping down fish right and left. (Probably eating baby carp...) Closer to Foundation Island, we watched the cormorant colony, then spied three black-crowned night herons. And yes, the Canadian geese continue to flock up.
Later my covenant group met for good food, wine and conversation. It's always good to get together with this group that's been meeting for...what...I think about five years now! It's hard to believe it's been that long. We e-mail each other weekly (or almost weekly) but try to meet in person once a month.
Finally, back home for conversation with my husband, for the fun of opening a couple of packages that came (my new water camera is here!) and for clearing out a couple of rooms so we can get new carpet tomorrow. That might not have been so much fun...but the results will be!
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