Autumn in the Canyon

Summer cobwebs are catching dust now, their architect/owner’s duties complete. Here are recent neighborhood sightings which deserve to be shared. After a summer of nocturnal harmonies, calls of the Baja California tree frogs are making way for the crickets’ jingling bell calls. It was glorious when they were performing together. Great Horned owls’ calls areContinue reading “Autumn in the Canyon”

Hummingbird at Alstroemeria Lilies

Known as Peruvian Lilies, Alstroemerias are often found in grocery store flower bouquets or bunches. After the debacle with the squirrels devouring the sunflowers (click on August 5 2024 post here for the particulars), we brought home Alstroemeria Lilies. Arranged simply in a pitcher on the patio table, they’re colorful and cheery. To our delight,Continue reading “Hummingbird at Alstroemeria Lilies”