It would be good to see more fields in this part of the world protected by hedgerows. Unfortunately, it seems that planting property line to property line is more important.

This Praying Mantis caught my eye as I made my rounds.

Forget-me-nots. One of my favourite flowers; and a timely reminder of my connection(s) to people important to me.

Our winter has been remarkably mild and snow-free. Snow fell much of today, an important, useful, necessary reminder that it is February 9.
