Emperor Gum Moth

This guy nearly scared me to death today.. well close... ish!!  LOL!!  Went to pull up the side of a feed sack and my fingers met something soft and 'squishy'!!  Moved him to the great outdoors, hope he approves, quite an impressive specimen.

Wedgewood Garden

The kangaroo paw is in full flower - another plant that thankfully thrives on neglect!!

Hazel Duck and Mia Duck

My granddaughter Hazel and her little friend Mia have namesakes here at the Duck Hilton,  here they are enjoying a mid morning nap in the dappled shade.

Hazel's first swimming lesson

Antoine took Hazel for her first swimming lesson, as you can see, she loved it!

Fledgling Swallows

We've had a nest of 4 swallows fledge this week, and this little nest of another 4 is just about ready to go too :)

Fatty and Skinny in the heat

No matter that the weather is getting very warm, best place to rest is on top of the hot water service, just ask Fatty!!

Skinny waits out the heat on a mohair rug... as you do!!

Later, Belle watches from the door as Fatty makes himself comfortable on a lap!!  Any lap is a good one... hey Fatty!!  LOL!!

Hazel and the New Year

Some lovely pics from Lindy of Hazel with Chantal and Pierre, and with Antoine.

Happy New Year :)