Sign of the season

Growing season has become snowing season. But at least the days are getting longer now.

Sounds of the summer night…

This little guy was hanging out on my deck rail this morning, bothering the Carolina Wrens who normally only wake me with their scolding of the neighbor’s cat when it is on the prowl. Having no clue what it was, I posted this picture up on Twitter for resident insect expert @AboutInsects to take a […]

The Perks of an Outdoor Summer Office

As I have posted previously, I enjoy an almost virtual “National Geographic Outdoor Explorer” atmosphere in my back yard.

Deer, turkey, bear on occasion, and an incredible variety of birds inhabit my neighborhood. When the weather cooperates – from early spring to late fall – I enjoy taking my laptop, cell phone, and […]

Scenes from the back yard

There’s always something to distract me when I move my office out onto the back deck on pleasant summer days. Seems the neighborhood is becoming a playground for a couple of new families with kids – not that I mind (except one group tends to EAT most of my landscaping!) but it does make it […]