Zoo

We’ve got quite the zoo these days. Our flock, which started with a few bluejays, 3 squirrels, doves, and grackles has grown tremendously. Now I’m often greeted in the morning by our neighborhood ducks hungry for a treat and waiting for some water. We had a duck nest on the side of the house. Those ducklings hatched last week and are now living closer to the lake. Our flock has grown to include cardinals, ibis, northern Mockingjay,s and wood ducks.

Finally last Friday, we had a turtle laying eggs in our front garden. A fish crow washed patiently from its perch on our roof waiting for the turtle to finish. As soon as the turtle finished, the fish crow started trying to steal the eggs. Consequently, the Mayor and I put a weighted bucket over the nest. This foiled the crow’s plans to steal the eggs and it eventually gave up. I also noticed a new resident in the nest. We may have another clutch of eggs, so I’ll check later today.

The wedding countdown continues as we tend to the zoo and I nurse my shoulder. It felt tremendous to check several items off the list this past weekend. Earlier today, I pulled the trigger on shoes for the ceremony. They should be here later this week. I still need to find a dress for the rehearsal dinner. Lastly, I’ll need to call the caterer this week and finalize the food for the dinner. Once that’s done, we’ll only have a few loose ends to wrap up. Thankfully for my scatterbrained self, I have a project plan to track items. This way as the planning starts to taper down, I don’t miss anything. Anyway, I can’t believe it’s almost here!!! Lastly, please join me in wishing my amazing mother a very happy birthday!

What bothers you and why?

People on social media because they feel they can say whatever they want without any repercussions. The problem is whether you’re an asshole online or in person your words and actions have consequences. Unfortunately, the anonymity that comes with social media has empowered folks to be at their worst. People say stuff online to strangers that if they were face to face they’d never say. They’re terrible people and cowards.