The unofficial start of summer has begun; complete with hot air temperatures and humidity.
The sun shines brightly much earlier in the day; many days ending with a welcomed thunder storm to cool and give much needed moisture relief to the growing plants. My perennial gardens have not looked so exquisite in several years; the necessary parameters are working together and I am reaping the benefits of magnificence.
Along with the hotter temperatures, come the butterflies.
Little white cabbage butterflies are everywhere. No matter in what direction I look, I can always see five, seven or more.
Occasionally, I catch a fleeting glimpse of a yellow or black swallowtail. The season is young. I will see many more Lepidoptera as the days tick into real summer. I can hardly wait!
Today, I spotted a small orange beauty gliding among the tall grasses of the pasture; moving from flower to flower in a split moment of time. I followed the butterfly as it moved; it’s time to gather nectar was rapid.
I, on the other hand, use this season to slow down to a crawl; I am not active in heat or humidity. I garden and take care of my chores in the cool of the morning or evening; and relax with a good book, write, sew or catnap during the heat of the day. The inside of the house stays cool, even without air-conditioning; besides, the gentle breeze entering through screened windows is much more satisfying heavy with sweet scents and sounds of nature.
Indeed, summer has arrived.
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