Another Balcony

On these hot days in summer a nice balcony is so nice to see and I seem to have been coming upon many this season. This one had a lot of nice shade and space for friends to sit out and relax.
 

Funky Mushrooms

 

These funky mushrooms were spotted by a large tree in the front garden of a home. I loved them so had to stop for a shot. The big one is over a foot tall.

Exercise

 

I have often wondered if anyone used these exercise stations found in some parks. Well I have actually seen several people using the ones in this local park so they do work to get people moving after all.

Taking part in Signs2. Click HERE to see more signs from around the world.

Flowers

It seems to have been a good year for Impatiens this year after several years when it wasn't available because of a disease that was killing the plants. You couldn't even buy plants for a couple of years. It is good to see the plants back and flourishing. 
 

Summer Fruit

 

The locally grown fruit that we get to enjoy in summer is wonderfully sweet and tasty. I thought this strawberry mural spotted in a laneway was perfect for the season despite all the heavy shadows on it.

Taking part in Monday Murals. Click HERE to see more murals from around the world. 

Just A Bit Of Fun

 

This bicycle with the old milk crate mounted on back gave me a smile when I noticed the writing on the crate. It says 'basket' on the side and 'bike' on the back. It struck me as fun. Everyone seemed to have milk crates being used for something around the house at one time and they are the perfect size for vinyl Lps.

First Caterpillar Stage

 

This is the first little caterpillar that emerges from the egg of a Black Swallowtail Butterfly. It is only about 1 inch long and will go through a few more stages until it reaches its final size and appearance. I had no idea what these were when I first saw them on my dill plants.

Taking part in Saturday's Critters. Click HERE to see more creatures from around the world.