It is spring again. The Earth is like a child that knows poems by heart. ~ Rainer Maria Rilke
Springtime - when everything awakens after a long winter's sleep. A couple of weeks back, I took advantage of the warm weather by heading out to walk whenever I could. All sorts of creatures had the same idea.
One day, early last summer, I ran into a man who was allowing his pair of pet snakes to sun themselves on the rocks.
Well, I encountered him again this year, and he had one of his Ball Pythons with him.
Kids kept stopping by to get a closer look.
Some opted to try him on for size.
This little cutie was proudly showing off his new friend to his dad.
On to other, less slithery creatures...
The ducks are enjoying the new growths of spring.
It looks as if this guy just quit smoking.
This mallard is sailing free over Lock 19.
Robins have been back in the area for quite a while now, but this is the first one who has held still long enough for me to photograph it. Thanks, little one.
A starling has found a nice little glass house in which to build her nest.
A rather small snapping turtle was keeping her eye on things while hanging out near the water's edge. I wondered if she was laying eggs or just having a relaxing moment.
It was a treat to see this little mink pop up on the rocks with its catch. She watched me for a few seconds then disappeared back into the water with her meal.
My neighbour's cat often hangs around my place. He thinks my door is an extension of his own place and just steps right in when he gets the opportunity. Make yourself at home, Oliver.
That's it for today. More photos coming up whenever I get around to them - which is not so often, these days. Thanks for sticking by.
