Hunter studies the birdfeeder after spotting a rogue squirrel enjoying the peanuts meant for the little birds. The squirrel takes refuge in the feeder proper.....

The squirrel sees the dog........

Busted.......a giant leap to escape the dog and the birds who are now upset.....the squirrel escaped unharmed, the dog is still sniffing the deck and the birds are having a snack. All is good in nature.

No obvious damage from the winds last night - today was extremely humid with some wind. The gardens are looking lush and I'm told by Gardener Bob the flowers are too advanced - he's worried the blooms won't last until August. Just noticed a few cottages available for the long weekend......will you be joining us?