October 8, 2009

Early Morning Sunrise

This is why I like to get up early in the morning. The sunrise is so pretty coming through the trees to light up the backyard. As the sun sets in the late afternoon, it gives a beautiful warm glow to the opposite side of the backyard.

Clematis

While sitting on the deck, I noticed something purple among the cardinal climber blooms. I looked like a moth/butterfly so I immediately checked it out. It was a clematis bud just beginning to open. It seems like the cooler weather brings surprise blooms.

Knockout Rose

Now that it has gotten cooler, the roses are beginning their last show of the season.

Hummingbird

What is this hummingbird thinking? It's time to go south! I know, she knows when to leave. In the meantime, I am enjoying having her around a little longer. And I am still wishing I could take better pictures of hummingbirds.

Butterfly Weed Seed

The seeds of the butterfly weed are so interesting. I love how it floats through the air on its white fuzzy carrier to arrive at it's future planting ground. This seed landed on a salvia for the time being. God made sure this beautiful wildflower will continue to thrive for the butterflies that love it.

Bird checking out the birdhouse

I wonder why these bluebirds are checking out the birdhouse this time of the year? Maybe they are "early birds" and are looking for a place to nest in the spring.

Bumblebees Shaking Hands??

Bumblebees - first, discuss the situation - then, shake hands. Boy is that a stretch of the imagination!

Mornin' Glories - Good Night Moon

Sunrise and clouds

The sunrise this morning was beautiful. The pictures below show the changes in the sky that took place within 15 minutes.

Ornamental Grass

Colors of fall

Strawflower Buds

The strawflowers are pretty but I believe the buds make better pictures.