Introducing Lily the party animal

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Something was eating my pond plants. My beautiful water lilies, marsh marigold, parrot’s feather — almost all gone! I wasn’t sure what was eating it. I couldn’t develop a solution without knowing what did it. Some people suggested raccoons or … Continue reading

Random five for July 20

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July is half over! How did that happen? I can guarantee that January and February did not go this fast. Those damn critters – One night earlier this week, my yard was invaded by plant munching creatures. They ate my … Continue reading

Random five for the end of June 2014

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I’m a little early but here are the highlights of the week! Animal friendly companies – The last company I worked for has some soft-hearted people. I looped through the driving lot on an errand this week and saw a … Continue reading

What you find under the muck

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Taking advantage of a gorgeous weekend, I cleaned up the pond. It’s not a big deal and I enjoy being outside. It’s downright therapeutic! Although fish become very sluggish and dormant over the winter, they poop. The eat algae and … Continue reading

Appreciating the simple

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There is something soothing about simple. It’s peaceful and you know what to expect. Occasionally it’s tedious and boring but every once in a while there is nothing so rejuvenating as a simple routine. It helps you through the hard … Continue reading

There is friggin’ aboard the riggin’ | For animal lovers

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“If you built it they will come” There is a small (6’ x 11’) pond in my back yard. It’s been there for four years and is the best stress releaser I have other than my purring cats, a margarita, chocolate … Continue reading

The frog saga or desperate frog owners or sex is a pity!

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This post is dedicated to and inspired by my friend Sharlene. She has nursed me through the pond process and counseled whenever I thought the end was near. (I can get theatrical about my pond!) I love wildlife. I have been … Continue reading