Squirrels are just plain Fun to watch

I continue to learn how resourceful and fun these critters can be. They have such a cute way of acquiring what they want. In a way I believe have learned more about perseverance and ingenuity from these fellows than I have anything else.

Last Friday as we thought we might be getting "TS Don" our squirrels were out of sight all day, not one came out to play, eat or drink. Not until about sundown did they come out...which happen to be the same time that TEXAS vacuumed Don plum away with our dry heat.

The Buzz in Texas is rain maybe on its way???

So many people are sure needing the rain here in Texas. So as we watch for the potential  and Possible Mr. Don to strengthen hopes and prayers are rising here along the coast. One of my goals with this blog will be to try to notice things in our area and in nature that might give some insight to systems coming to our area.  Unknowingling this morning I took a picture of our Clouds as I entered Corpus this morning.. They appeared to be just a bit different this morning than previous mornings along the bayfront. So we shall start there.  If this storm does become Don and he makes his way towards Texas, I will share pictures and any information that just might give us clues via nature.
I welcome anyone who would like to share with me  stories that maybe an old farmer told you or your grandparents, about when a storm might be coming or other helpful "hints" or things to look for. Maybe certian animals act differently etc. I would love to be able to back up and have evidence that Nature does show us if we will just listen or watch.

Snap Dragons in July

Box Garden Rockport Texas

Just wanted to take a moment and share that as we are well into our 90+ temps here in Texas I still have some of my snap dragons blooming in July. I have always pulled them out when they started looking lanky but this year I promised to feed and water faithfuly to see how long they could last and they continue to bloom.

sage blooming

Hello to all,
Today I share my picture of the sage bush blooming. I have been told for many years that when it blooms- rain is just around the corner. So as I post this I send my wish of rain out into the universe for the great state of Texas and our nation to recieve some very much needed rain.