[Bon of Babble]

We have a mockingbird that has taken over the telephone pole that abuts our backyard. Sings his heart out starting around 2 AM and doesn't let up until afternoon. Some of my neighbors don't like it, but I think it is wonderful.

We have our lovely "May Gray" weather in So Cal right now - keeps things cool and the plants love it. Hopefully it will continue on into "June Gloom" before the heat sets in.

Amaryllis are going crazy this year:

Including this massive white one:

And yes, they don't last that long, so enjoy them the few days they're here.

Cacti are starting to put on a show. This one is very very old:

And my helpers, taking a break.

Kitty dragged in a dead rat yesterday and dropped it in my hallway - as a gift. She knows I hate and despise fruit-stealing tree rats, dead or alive.

[FamiliarFace]

Beautiful flowers, Bon! Kitty cat, too!