Cool Morning

Working from home this morning I settled down on the terrace. With coffee, and a camera at hand just in case. Snapped a fuzzy shot of a squirrel in a prune tree.

One thing missing from my view of course. But life goes on I suppose... 

Alfa Adieu

It breaks my heart but I've had to let you go. Too many things getting worn out and being hit by a lorry last month didn't help. Not just my pride and joy but an extension of myself when behind the wheel. I hope your parts will keep your siblings going... 

Purple to Pink

Our Hydrangeas have started flowering. Starting out in a fresh blueish purple that turns pink over time. 

With lots of little buds still to open, these flowers will keep going all summer.

 hydrangea - hortensia

 

Off on a Tangent

In another case of natural symmetry, our Japanese medlar has decided to grow two new shoots near the base of its trunk. I bought it at Aywiers over a year ago and it had been slowly developing at the top. A larger pot gave fresh energy and more leaves at the top, and now this amusing development.

medlar - nèfle - mispel

 

Breeze

After last week's heat it's very refreshing to have a nice breeze while sitting on our balcony. 

Trees are swaying to and fro, adding to the fresh sensation.