A motley mix of spring things

My Potted Pumpkin. I have a tiny pumpkin now in place of this flower.

I have a mish-mosh of photos today. This is mainly because I'm going to be overhauling my computer and want to get these up before I'm down for a few days.

First up! Those so-ugly-they're-cute mystery baby birds. I took the picture to the left on Saturday. There are really 5 birds there, but you'd never know it! The 5th bird has one bulgy, closed eye at the bottom of the photo.








To the right, you'll see the same birds as of yesterday. I really thought their eyes would be open by now. Instead, I found a show of prickly pinfeathers. All 5 managed to face the same direction, toward the rock wall.



On a completely random topic:

I felt inspired to post two photos here of a couple of my favorite herbs. To the left is Catmint aka Catnip. This is a healthy shrub from the wonderful Maple Hill Gardens in Hollis. Catmint makes a very delicate tincture and is great for mild headaches and relaxation.

To the left is my very own, home grown peppermint plant! Peppermint is one of my all-time faves. Any mint herb is really. It's calming for your stomach, relaxing and great for clearing your head. I need to drink it pretty often.

Mix these two wonderful herbs and you get a refreshing mint tea that is even better cold. And what inspired me to post these pics?

Thanks Charly! :D