I knew as soon as the hands went on the hips, we were going to ignore the N'APPROCHEZ PAS warning. At least we didn't go swimming.

Upper Balls Falls.  July 31, 2019

Hiking to Balls Falls

Bruce Trail/Balls Falls.  July 31, 2019

Sometimes a challenge trying to give this puppy hugs but always worth it.

A grand day on the Grand with the Golder guys

A sizeable and savoury cicada snack for Vlady

Balloon Flowers

Frolicking with the somewhat belligerent chipmunk

Hendrie Valley, Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, ON.  Jul. 23, 2019

OK, so I've been practicing a bit on the hummers. Wings in better view, tongue extended toward the hosta flower. Also, a photo of one at rest.

The backyard.  Today.

Goodnight from Cootes Paradise

Fun fact: While hummingbirds flap their wings at 53 beats per second, vultures can go for hours without flapping.

Mount Nemo. July 10, 2019

Digging the bee balm