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  • Fake Birds = Garden Interest

    Fake Birds = Garden Interest

    I don’t often venture to Michael’s  but with a daughter in elementary school I know where to go for rainy day fun.

    I’m not a big fan of fake things.  However, when I saw fake birds at the store I thought they might add a bit of whimsy and fun to the garden.

    Is that a Gold Finch?  Is that a Cardinal?  Made you look!

    Northern Cardinal Replica

    Next time you’re near Michael’s walk in and have a look around.  You never know what you’ll walk out with.

    I got this cool magnet to prank my wife while at Michael’s too.  What woman doesn’t want a testament to her cat plastered on her car?  It ended up on my truck after a day.

    truck with cat magnet

    I wonder if they sell Pink Flamingos at Michael’s?

  • Another Toad Post

    Another Toad Post

    This toad reminded me yet again what amazing camouflage toads have.  Compare the color of this toad to the others in the blog and you’ll see how much their color varies to match their surroundings.  What amazing creatures!

    The same guy from the top.  It may take you a moment to find him.

    toad on gravel and leaves

    Have a wonderful day!

  • Why do Chameleons Get All the Credit?

    Why do Chameleons Get All the Credit?

    A toad jumped in front of me today.  It blended perfectly with the bluestone coping on the retaining wall.

    Once or twice a year I stumble on a toad on a rock and almost step on it because they’re camouflaged so well.  It doesn’t matter what color the rock toads finds a way to match it.

    In school we’re all taught about the chameleon and how it can change color.  Why aren’t we taught about the local toad instead?  Their skills match any chameleon on the planet.

    For perspective the boards in the photo below are 2 x 6’s.

    Toad on Bluestone 2

  • What a Bunch of Turkeys

    What a Bunch of Turkeys

    Last week I started working at a home with several bird feeders.  It’s amazing the birds a good feeder will attract.

  • Itsy Bitsy Spider

    Itsy Bitsy Spider

    Spiders are incredible builders.  I bet this guy/girl built this web in one night with no architect, no permits and no contractor headaches.  The reward will be a well-earned dinner.

    Those of you who watch my wood splitting videos may recognize the tire.  It’s the tire I use for splitting wood.

    While I admit spiders give me the chills I am in awe of their work ethic.

  • Frog in Puddle

    Frog in Puddle

    Last week after a downpour I spotted a frog enjoying a cool puddle.  While I’m no expert on the difference between a frog and a toad I would say that’s a frog.  The nearest stream is 150 yards from where I found my frog friend.  Go figure!