Garden Visitors

It’s another hot day, but in fairness I think we’ve got off pretty lightly compared with others to the south and east. 

We have breakfast in the garden, in a shaded area - and underneath a parasol to boot; the morning temperatures are almost pleasant from this vantage. 


To my amazement, a female emperor dragonfly is hovering around our tiny pond! We’ve never known one visit here before so this is so exciting. Confused, it flies into our conservatory, bobs around a bit, then just as suddenly as it appeared, it leaves. Of course, I’ve no time to get my camera! 

Still, at last the garden’s got some butterflies - even though they’re ‘only’ Small Whites, and I have the chance to photograph my first butterflies of the year - well my first UK ones as Montenegro had an embarrassment of riches in the butterfly department.     

There’s no repeat of yesterday’s sunset expedition - and I even back out if a choral concert this evening as I’m feeling just too hot. But thanks so much for all the lovely comments, stars and hearts  - all much appreciated. 

Meanwhile, today’s offering for Tiny Tuesday is one of those most welcome garden visitors. Thanks to Osuzanna for hosting!