‘Take nothing but pictures. Leave nothing but footprints. Kill nothing but time.’ Motto of the Baltimore Grotto, a caving society The ‘Peacock‘ butterfly I think…this lovely creature visited us a couple of days ago. The colours were simply amazing, & so I had to chase DH to chase the butterfly to take a picture as it was far too high for me. Just couldn’t believe the beauty and balance of such a perfect,little creature. “Just living is not enough,” said the butterfly, “One must have sunshine, freedom and a little flower.” Hans Christian Anderson And then came along this little yellow one, like a burst of sunshine! And how could…

“Deep in the sun-searched growths the dragonfly Hangs like a blue thread loosened from the sky.” Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Silent Noon The Dragonfly… Look who was kind enough to drop by when I was airing out the Jaipuri throws yesterday. This dragonfly had plenty of beans, and was zipping around like it was enjoying the sun! Unfortunately I couldn’t get closer…am sure I will one day, and get a better picture (& hopefully a better camera too). This fellow seemed to enjoy my ‘melting’ company (the sun was HOT!) and kept coming back again & again. These creatures are absolutely fascinating, with boundless energy, hovering around like miniature helicopters! (Off…