

Exotic Winged Creatures
The approach of Hurricane Isaias may have brought a special gift to my mother's carport: a luna moth on Aug. 2nd. Did this luna moth...


Hot and Stormy July
Its no surprise that it's hot and humid. I can't complain as we haven't had any 100 degree days yet. The heat index registers in the...


A Midsummer Reverie
It's June 22nd and no droughts yet. The days are quiet with social distancing and less traffic. It's been a wonderful time to linger in...


The Beauty of Early June
Like clockwork, the water lily has graced the pond once again in early June. This year it took a few days for the first blossom to open....


Blossoms and Early Butterflies
It's been a beautiful late Spring. Plenty of rain has created a verdant period with lots of beautiful blossoms. The pastel lychnis...


Mid-Spring Garden
It's time to share some garden photos. The garden has been a wonderful respite from social distancing and Covid-19. I know this has...


Spring has Sprung!
Spring Equinox rolled in early this year, March 19th, at 11:50 EDT p.m. We had a clear night sky and enjoyed watching the International...


Another Record Setting Winter
We've broken a couple of records in Winter 2019/2020, but at least it isn't for a polar vortex. "As of February 12, 2020, Raleigh’s...


Two Favorites for Pollinators
My all time favorite, which is a bit controversial these days, is the butterfly bush. Controversial, because in some areas the plants...


First Stirrings, Feb. 1st
Feb. 1st began as a gray wet day. Signs of "first stirrings" have already occurred this year. As I discussed previously, it's been a...