Jo’s morning walk…bathing beauty

Let’s start our walk this morning in the backyard where overnight our torch cactus has lit one glorious torch. I see that there are a multitude of small buds that will soon flower as well, but for now this bloom is alone.

What I see along the canal is about the same as on any other day: fish surfacing briefly for breakfast bugs, ducks, great-tailed grackles, and lots of mourning doves, the latter flushed out of the undergrowth by my approach. However, this is a day for singular sights: the torch bloom first and then on my way home via a new street, I notice a large fountain, a fountain evidently also serving as a shower for one of the most elusive birds since our move. Who knew getting clean could be so much fun? I was astonished to be able to capture this on my phone, but don’t worry, no R-rating here!

(Be sure to click on the arrow. The video will right itself and I promise you’ll enjoy the show!)

Partway through the day I look out to find that the torch has been put out, possibly by the heat. The flowers before this lasted longer, but even they wilted by evening. I guess in this case it’s true that only the good die young.

It’s still early, so you’re welcome to come in, at a social distance, for a cup of tea or some homemade granola with either milk or yogurt before you continue on your way. Then enjoy your Monday!

for Jo’s Monday Walk