An unexpected visitor!

A surprise to see three lapwings up at the loch this morning.  Not in their usual area but keeping company with the large group of mallards who were enjoying their morning siesta.  I don't remember seeing the lapwings as early as August .... perhaps the trio has just popped in for a day or two.

Time to get ready for my holiday now .... serious packing of too much into a fairly small suitcase.  A very early night as I have a very early start picking my pal up at 2.30am.  I apologise now just in case I don't manage my comments tonight.  I'll try and catch up tomorrow if there is decent wifi in the hotel.