Happiness is . . .

being allowed to take the car elsewhere for a stroll.  I went to see if I could find the swan and her cygnets; I know she has some as there was a photo in our local paper. Sad to say I did not find her but did see this one sunning and preening itself.  Love the cows in the meadow behind adding a touch of country to the scene!  
Extra showing the lovely flag iris alongside the canal - and the swan coming up to say Hello.