Tiny dragonfly resting on a leaf at the lake.
Hello Sunshine!
Yes, this is Liam in front of the base of the fallen tree. I tell you the root/base was enormous....Just look at how little Liam looks!
We encountered this humongous fallen tree during our walk. The exposed roots were a neat sight!
Mimosa tree/Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly
After dinner, DH, the kids and I went out for a walk at our beloved Smithville Lake/Smithville Park.The temperature was cooler which helped a lot in motivating us to get out there and get some exercise.
When we got to the lake, we were greeted by the beautiful sight of a Mimosa tree in full bloom, and an equally beautiful resident, a Papilio glaucus, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterfly.
As usual, Daddy and the kids forged on ahead, while I lingered behind to examine the local fauna and flora.
While the temperature was cooler, the humidity in the air was more tangible with each and every step we took. The flies and gnats were out in force and flew into one's face, which Liam despises. He was hot and bothered, and the darn flies and gnats were "out to get him." :)
My most favorite part of the walk, besides being out as a family, was when we exited the canopy of trees and walked into a sunlit clearing. I loved the play of shadows and light shown in the photo of Kay and Daddy exiting the canopy and of Kaylie running to meet the sunlight. In all, we walked about 1 1/2 miles.
I have to go clean the house now, before the kids wake up. Have a great day wherever you are. Kait 9302
