Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Dear Friends . . .


{KK 511}

"All of us are watchers - of television, of time clocks, of traffic on the freeway - but few
are observers, everyone is looking, but not many are seeing."  - Peter M Leschak


. . .  I know I've barely been here this summer, but I have been observing many beautiful
and wondrous things from my front porch. 

In fact, I've been doing so much observing {and participating} that it has left little time
for editing...I must get busy as I have much to share, and a monarch series to continue.
The past few weeks, I've literally been knee deep, okay maybe just ankle deep, but deep 
non the less in caterpillar frass - fancy name for caterpillar poop! lol

It. has. been. a. full. time. job.

I need a sign for my front porch/sidewalk that says, "CAUTION, Caterpillar crossing!"
I've found them on my front door frame, crawling on the front porch, crossing the sidewalk,
on my pantry door, and one that pupated on the edge of my dining room table, whew.

Currently on the farm; about 45 monarch chrysalids, about another 20 something monarch caterpillars,
10 queen chrysalids, 3 black swallowtail chrysalids, 8 - one week old polydamas swallowtail caterpillars and one giant leopard moth caterpillar! 

Two a day football practice has started, the college girl goes back this weekend, and school starts
for the football boy next Monday.

That means I will be coming out of hibernation shortly thereafter . . . 

I hope you have had a wonderful, restful, fun filled summer!!

Love, Kim






22 comments:

you-wee because said...

That's exactly why I love photography, too: observing and seeing instead of pure watching...! ;-)

Regards from Uwe,
explorer.

Louisette said...

Wonderfull macro, of this butterfly, best regard from Belgium.

Andy said...

You are right... looking is not seeing. I am looking forward to SEEING more of your postings.

Barbara said...

I agree with the top poster, that is why I love to photograph also is to observe. I loved your comment about caterpillar crossing yes that is you.

Beverly said...

After seeing no butterflies in my yard last summer, this summer I had two beauties - a monarch and black swallowtail and I immediately thought of you!! These guys and gals keep you busy...especially if you are on "poop control"! Glad you have enjoyed observing their activity, with your camera.

Tamar SB said...

You are such an inspiration with your care taking other creatures!

Inspired By June said...

Oh, Kim, what a rich summer you have had! We have missed you and will be grateful to have you back :)

Evelyn S. said...

I've appreciated following you on Instagram this summer! Can only imagine your caterpillar "farm." I'm assuming that your son is doing well, if he's out for football again. What a blessing that is for him...although mothers often don't see football that way!

Dotti said...

Lovely to see you here! And we need to keep our priorities straight. Our kids grow up too soon. So glad your boy is getting back into the swing. Good luck to your girl, too, at her new school. She'll be fine!

Viv@Thoughts from the Desktop said...

Glad your summer has been good too short though..

Anita Johnson said...

You are my caterpillar hero...I have just 2 in my kitchen, but have shared a few with neighbors....so rewarding. We need a big picture of your set up!

Nicki said...

I don't even know where this summer has gone - I have certainly missed popping over to enjoy your beautiful pictures and catch up on butterflies, caterpillars, and such. Gorgeous flower garden, and stunning beach shots from a few back posts.

Sheila said...

Wow! Very cool capture! My daughter headed back to school last week :( I can't believe how quickly summer passes.

Deanna said...

Oh glad to see you back and so happy to hear that Sam is starting back to football. I know how much that means to him and YOU!! I think I have seen one monarch all summer, can hardly wait until we may see yours!!

CarolHart said...

I always look forward to your caterpillar/butterfly images. Such a delight.

Sharon said...

Wonderful quote! I'm happy to "see" you are still knee-deep in your wildlife project. You are so interesting and inspiring!

Kathryn Dyche said...

knee deep in poop but it sounds like you're still loving it. a woman's work is never done.

Pat said...

Wonderful photo.

deborah said...

wow, you have so much around you to 'see', kim!! this is such a lovely image! stopping in from both texture tuesday and sweet shot tuesday. i'm looking forward to visiting again! enjoy the rest of your summer! :)

Ida said...

Awesome photo! - Yes summer has been a busy one for you it seems (and for me as well) it's nice to think that it will be time to relax and blog again. Looking forward to seeing your photos.

Jeanne said...

sounds like you have had a fun fun summer, and nice to see you!

Laura Delegal - Leroy Photography said...

Sounds very busy, but you also greatly benefit from being able to observe beautiful nature change before your eyes. Enjoy.

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