Flower Friday

I was spoiled for choices today, but decided to go with this rather simple shot with a big thanks to Anni for continuing to host FlowerFriday.  And, of course, since I can't just blip a flower, I had to include a little extra something - in this case a rather beautiful moth.  I have no idea what kind of moth it is, but will endeavor to find out and stop back and edit this when/if I do.  It's a Hickory Tussock Moth.  I had so many caterpillars of this species in the fall, I should have figured this one out.  

I was up early today and decided to head north to Wallkill River Nat'l Wildlife Refuge.  I had a wonderful 2.5 mile walk with many interesting sightings of birds, insects and even a mink.  The weather was perfect for photography - overcast but with good, even light.  Which meant that I just continued pointing my camera at things when I got home this afternoon.  

My other four favorite shots from today can be seen starting HERE with some very friendly flies.  Worth a look if you have a few minutes.  The first two shots were my other two contenders for today's blip.  

Thunderstorms in the forecast tomorrow, so I'll probably stay close to home.  

I am not certain, but think there are still two male wrens here.  I'll snoop around a bit tomorrow and see what I can see.  In the meantime, I can hear all the fledged baby wrens chipping up in the trees with respective mothers busily feeding them.  No help from Papa since he's defending the territory.

Happy Friday!
Debbi