Pretty pictures from/of the yard in the spring.
Life has been busy lately so I’m just going to post some pretty pictures. I love my yard in the spring.
Some of the neighbors had told me they heard an eagle in the trees above my house, but no one had seen one. Tonight we were sitting outside enjoying the lovely weather when a bald eagle flew 20 feet over our heads!
Wow! I am glad I was able to see that beautiful bird so close!
Go watch Sinners. The sooner the better!
My son texted to say not to watch any trailers or look up anything, just run to the theater as fast as possible to see Sinners. “The less of your life you have to live without that movie the better.”
While this is not usually my kind of movie, I’m sharing that advice too. The movie is incredible.
I’m not going to give any details away, but I’ve added a new musician to my Spotify playlist as well. I think I might just go see the movie again next weekend too.
New Growth
Exciting time of year with new growth on all the plants.
Seems like a Good Omen
Springtime in the Yard
Spring in our yard is colorful. We have several rhododendron bushes that bloom at different times. One of the neighbors mentioned that she counts the white rhodie in my backyard blooming as the start of spring, regardless of what the calendar says. At the moment however, this pink one is the star. People in the neighborhood have said they plan their walking routes to include our street just to see this one plant.
The rhodies aren’t the only colorful thing though. This corner of my yard makes both me and the bees happy.
As it’s Easter, I suppose I’ll include this bunny that startled me (and then itself) earlier this week.
Things you notice when you look closer.
I noticed today that when the sun was shining the bees were out, but when the sun was hiding I couldn’t find any bees.
Cory Booker is a hero. AP news link here.
Being at the ATmosphere Conference, spending time with intelligent, passionate people in real life, was like a breath of fresh air. Gratefully, the feeling lingers.
Videos are here for future reference.
Testing something.
Looking forward to attending the ATmosphere conference in Seattle this weekend with a couple coworkers.
Jury Duty Summons
Two days spent in the courthouse for jury duty and not being chosen for any trial, I’m still left with many things to ponder.
No, Mr. President. We don’t want you to break the law.
Finished: The Expanse
Finished reading: Leviathan Falls by James S. A. Corey 📚
I suspect it was about a year ago (probably more) that I started this series at the recommendation of a neighbor. He suggested it one evening at trivia and then showed up at my house with the first 3 books the following day. He was pretty serious about the recommendation.
I rather hope that we, as a species, survive long enough to get to a point where it’s feasible to live in space long term and explore beyond our solar system. Beyond the thrill of imagining the possibilities and empathizing with all the struggles they face, stories that include well-intentioned people with kind hearts stumbling through life’s challenges pull me right in.
I’ll make a plan to watch the show soon. The same neighbor that dropped off the books said he may have enjoyed the show more.
I’m looking forward to reading something different though. I’m rejoining my old book club and I’m already behind on the reading for this month.
Finally! I have wanted to see Hamilton forever, it seems!
Finally! I have wanted to see Hamilton forever, it seems!
I’m ready for people that actually love our country to be in office again. This is a disgrace.
@steveflip.bsky.social Hi.
@steveflip.bsky.social Hey happy Friday.
A dark evening
Yesterday evening, we had only our second storm this winter. This one came in the form of an atmospheric river along with some wild wind. We (the neighbors and I) anticipated losing our power and indeed we did. With above ground power lines and tall trees, the wind does that apparently.
A dark evening: kimberlykg.com/2025/02/2…
Yesterday evening, we had only our second storm this winter. This one came in the form of an atmospheric river along with some wild wind. We (the neighbors and I) anticipated losing our power and indeed we did. Wi…
This little guy has become such a constant companion that I’ve begun naming him. Lately, he’s Robbie the Ribbiter.
I’ve never seen him, but sometimes I’m fairly certain he’s inside with me. This was recorded in my basement.
This little guy has become such a constant companion that I’ve begun naming him. Lately, he’s Robbie the Ribbiter.
I’ve never seen him, but sometimes I’m fairly certain he’s inside with me. This was recorded in my basement. kimberlykg.com/2025/02/2…
Yes, we’ll be there.
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