Backyard Beauty
Since I didn't take any pictures today, thought I'd share a blast from the past. And since I know zilch about butterflies, except that they're beautiful, here's a tidbit about this particular butterfly you may or may not find interesting. Another Swallowtail look-alike, Red-Spotted Purple butterflies are dark beauties whose open wings have a blue iridescence. Like Mourning Cloaks, the adults have nontraditional tastes, often feeding from rotting fruit, tree sap, and animal droppings. Like many common caterpillars, attract Red-Spotted Purples to your yard with willows. I learn something new every day.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Monday, July 5, 2010
Day One Hundred Eighty Six 2010
Day One Hundred Eighty Five 2010
Happy Independence Day, America!
The Ranft, Myers, Kimbrough, Foy, Sissom and Mabry Families gathered in our back yard for our Fourth of July/Independence Day celebration. We enjoyed a great meal that included Neil's grilled pork ribs, Ann's potato salad, Don's cole slaw, Holly's deviled eggs and Mexican salad and awesome desserts like Neil's homemade ice cream, Holly's blueberry upside down cake, Jane's peanut butter fudge and lemon ice box pie made with Mom's recipe. We played corn hole (thanks Ann and Terry for bringing your game) and watched the local fireworks show (crazy windy ride in the back of Jerry's truck--thanks for taking us, Jerry). To top it all off, Kerry, Jerry and Don set off a ton of fireworks which was a brilliant Fourth of July display that rivaled the big city fireworks (just as good and no traffic). Talk about shock and awe! What a great time we had together. We are so blessed to get to live in this country. Happy Birthday, America!
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Day One Hundred Eighty Four 2010
Neil finished the pathway he's been working on for several weeks. It turned out really nice. He's decided to remove the rest of the stone this connects to and replace it with matching stones. It will look much better. As he says, it's a work in progress. Stay tuned.
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My brother Robert was born on this day in 1963. He would have been 47. Miss you, little brother! RIP
Friday, July 2, 2010
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