Every Time...

Every time I go to visit Grandpup Banjo I pick him up a new toy, as well as taking fresh eggs from my chickens. Banjo especially loves a raw egg as a treat, and if I show up without any, well let's just say, he's not happy!

A couple of weeks ago I took down a fluffy mushroom, yesterday he received a fluffy snail.

The ritual is always the same on my arrival.

First squeals of excitement.

Then looking for an egg carton.

Noticing a new toy, and not knowing what to focus on.

To settle him down he always gets the egg first.

At 12 years of age, Banjo has a couple of health issues, yet he's got the mind of a puppy. This means that sometimes his body can't keep up with what his mind wants to do. 

Unlike most humans who tend to lose their carefree spirit as they age or illness finds them, our animal companions show us that despite what goes on with their bodies, happiness and joy are their default mode. 

They adapt and continue to offer unconditional love until their final breath. 

It's something that can't be said about a great deal of humanity.

Ever since being a very young child, my connections with animals have always been profoundly deep. This level of connection I have only ever found in a couple humans over my lifetime.

No one knows when their last day will be, and I tend to live by the code of Banjo.

Wake up happy.

Embrace the beauty of each new day.

Love your special people/animals like it could be your last day.

Find joy in the simple things.

Sit in the sunshine.

Doze on the grass.

And be happy to just sit and be, watching life go by with gratitude for being who you are...

 

More Art...

More community art to be enjoyed in Ellenbrook, this piece is near the railway station in the suburb. As tends to be the case with many murals, this one features many native beauties found in the local area...

 

The New Mural...

The new mural that's just been completed in Sawyer's Valley is absolutely stunning. I stopped several weeks ago and spoke with the artist as she was only just beginning the piece.

It certainly has turned a drab old water tank into a wonderful art piece.

Featuring native wildlife and flowers, as well as a couple of scenes from days gone by. 

It is seen well when driving in either direction on Great Northern Highway...

 

My Ducks...

 

Things I See...

Things I see when out in the community often surprise me, the way this car was decorated though made quite a statement...

 

Having Felt...

Having felt somewhat stagnant and melancholy lately I decided to move the furniture around this morning, much to the kitty kids displeasure.

Moving the energy in my home is something I normally do frequently. 

However, recently things have stayed in place far too long, and it was time to shift the mood of the cottage.

Perhaps that's added to my low mood, although outside influences have been difficult to contend with as well for an extended period, which hasn't helped!

With this room done it's on to the bedroom...

 

Warning...

 

Another New...

Another New bloom in the front garden is one of the spring bulbs I planted in our supposed autumn. 

Autumn and winter have been somewhat absent this year, which is perhaps why less than half of the bulbs I planted actually sprouted.

This is known by several names; false garlic, flowering onions and star of Bethlehem.

I only bought one of these bulbs and purposely planted in full view of my front windows.

I never miss a moment of magic that happens in my garden.

 I actually feel this is part of the problem with the human race right now.

They fail to see what a miraculous planet we are honoured to call home, despite the horrific damage that is done to this amazing globe, she keeps on giving...

 

It's The Second...

It's the second flowering season of this rock rose which I added to the front garden last spring. Like most young plants, surviving their first brutal summer takes all their will.

The blooms are absolutely stunning. 

So bright and delicate. 

There's loads of buds still waiting to unfold, so I've many more days to enjoy these gorgeous flowers...

 

I Often Go...

I often go to see this particular family of kangaroos. Mostly I just like to sit and watch them. They are such peaceful creatures, and their serenity is contagious when in their presence...