Hanging Pods

It was a very busy day today, finishing with taking my son to the airport to start his journey  back to Australia. It is sad to see him go as we all enjoy his company so much. Sad too, as it signals the beginning of the end of this wonderful holiday we have shared. In two more days the rest leave to head home to Germany. What an amazing time we have had together - both at my youngest daughters in Cambridge and here, where my children grew up.

A few minutes ago I popped out into the garden and photographed a cluster of pods hanging on one of the many flax bushes in the garden. I like flaxes - not only do they provide great structure in a garden but they attract nectar feeding birds like the tui. This pic will have to serve as my Blip for today.