We have retired to Carlyle Lake, and while it is "Our Lake", generally the water is quite muddy and rough from the winds. Not our first choice for boating and fishing. So, with that in mind, you can see why we love traveling to our southern neighboring state of Missouri to enjoy its crystal clear waters. The rock bluffs on its shoreline only enhances its beauty and the clarity of its waters. Last week we spent a week boating and partying on Table Rock Lake. A friend, Shawn W., invited us to celebrate his 50th birthday aboard a 62-foot houseboat. Family and friends help to make Shawn's birthday (and his marriage proposal to Sabra!) one to remember!
On our kitchen window is attached a hummingbird feeder; it provides delightful minutes of on-the-spot bird-watching. The hummingbirds are oblivious to my washing dishes, preparing meals, etc. Did you know that a hummingbird can rotate its wings in a circle, they are the only bird that can fly forwards, backwards, up, down ,sideways and hover in mid air? Because they beat their wings 80 times a second, it is difficult to capture them with a camera. The birds are highly territorial, and thus don't share the feeder. I am enjoying 'em while they last--migration to Mexico is right around the corner! Ferris Bueller said life goes quickly. We need to stop and check out the small stuff before it ends!
