The Little Things – TLT021
Columbus Botanical Garden

Where do I begin?

Stop being dramatic, write something!

But everything is all jumbled in my head.

When has that prevented you from rambling on…

Uncalled for…

Is it?

Fine.

Friday. The end of the work week, but the start of the weekend (at least once work is finished). Is it the closure of the “40 hrs of work”, or is it the possibilities the next 64 hours holds that excites you the most? For me, it is the possibilities (even if I have a tendency to squander them).

I went to work early so I could escape before everyone else rushing toward their weekend. I would like to say I had exciting plans but my cat Oliver had his annual check-up at 4pm. He was not going to be happy with me. Once I arrived home, fed the boys it was time to close down all of Oliver’s escape routes and hiding places. I did a good job not giving away my plan (although I think Milo knew something was up).

Surprisingly, Oliver didn’t protest and walked in his carrier without a struggle. I swear, it takes me longer to get him to the vet than the time for the actual exam. I shouldn’t complain, he is healthy and all set for another year. Once we get back home his indifference to my attempts at apologizing sting a little, but I’ll get over it.

OK. Now the weekend can begin!

A few weeks ago the botanical garden switched to their summer hours. The only difference is now they are open until 7pm on Fridays. Woo hoo! My plan is now set… get over to the garden, soak in the sun while I explore the new blossoms and then go grab some dinner my favorite kitchen/bar around the corner from my apartment.

Once again, I think I had the garden to myself. I met quite a few of the workers as they work to get the garden ready for the next big exhibit, La Calavera Catrina. I’m really looking forward to this one as it is all summer long with plenty of scheduled events. A little over two weeks before it begins… 🙂

I’m amazed at the new blossoms for me to photograph. As you know, I visit often, so seeing new stuff makes me smile. I get a little distracted when I find this little one chillin’ out on one of the flowers. I know I shouldn’t have intruded, but I thought if I wish quick enough he (or she) wouldn’t get too upset.

After nearly exhausting all the possibilities in the garden proper, I head down the path to the Camellia Garden. I didn’t think I would find any more little mushrooms, but the walk would be good and who knows, maybe I’ll find something interesting. Lush and green but definitely no blossoms in this section of the garden.

I knew this… as I make my way down one of the unpaved, side paths movement catches my eye. Oh, a little frog, and by little I mean barely the size of a silver dollar. He was making his way to the edge of the path, probably so I would step on him with my big clod hoppers. Not so scared of me that I couldn’t get a close-up though…

There really is not much more to see. I walk the paths, enjoying the relative silence before heading back to the entrance. It is such a nice way for me to transition from work. Batteries definitely re-charged. Time for me to go find dinner…

Today is full of possibilities… what are your plans for the weekend?