urban daisy

This hardy plant survived through the worst of the drought.  The striking flower, the first of spring, is one of the few things in the garden that has come through a recent, punishing hail storm unscathed.

These Australian green tree frogs commonly invite themselves in.  This particular one surprised me in the laundry, but they are often found in drainpipes, toilets, and water tanks.

Every child should have a place like this to explore, even if it’s just for a day..

In truth, it was still a little brisk for this endeavour, but what valiant heart can resist, when the creek is calling?

With the advent of spring, it is glorious to be out exploring the world again.

Platycerium superbum. (Now, for those who are sniggering, or any young person who had the impudence to google “super bum”, it’s Latin.  Latin for “upper, or top”, which is where they grow on the tree, and just about opposite to the “bottoms” you are looking for.)

These spectacular ferns are found on the eastern side of Australia, and many people use them in home landscaping.  These were growing beside a creek, with several others in view.