Alpaca

Sheep Protector During our ATV tour of the Comstock game reserve we came across this adorable alpaca. Good natured and easily approachable, I thought he was part of a "petting zoo" application that might appeal to young families. Not exactly. The alpaca was there to protect the sheep from coyotes. Thought for the Day: As …

Ready for Take Off

Wasp The blooming flowers are attracting a lot of pollinators. This particular wasp seemed to be more attracted to the wet leaves than the blooming cone flowers near by. Thought for the Day: Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.Seneca

Turning 18

My oldest grandson turns 18 today.  He is a senior at Concordia Lutheran HS, honor roll student, plays second base for the varsity baseball team, has a good sense of humor, a hard worker (part-time job during school year and full-time summer), well-mannered and has a bright future ahead of him.  Too bad he doesn't …

Anonymous Joy

A rope hanging from a tree branch 20' high on the bank of a lake is irresistible to all ages, especially on a hot summer day.  Swinging out over the water is exhilarating.   Letting go and dropping into the water takes a bit more courage ... and how to swim. This three-year old didn't want to …