Very Friendly Animals

We have friends that invited us for a walk and lunch. We knew they had chickens and ducks, and had recently installed a new duck pond, so we were anxious to visit and see the animals doing animal things.

During our walk, we encountered these additional friendly animals in a neighbor's yard.

Yummy Grass

After returning, we spent time at the duck pond along with its local inhabitants.

Ribbit!

The chickens were an unexpected attraction. I'd no idea how photogenic chickens could be.

Why the Face?

Here are the three ducks frolicking happily in their new pond.

Paddle Powered

Headstrong

I had to sneak in a flower photo among all these friendly animals.

Top Petals Show Off

Livin' the Life

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Parrot Tulips and More

Parrot tulips are more "flamboyant" than most common tulips. Their petals have a unique fringe design with scalloped edges. They're a delight both outdoors and indoors.

The photos in this post are mostly black parrot tulips, which are a deep purple color. When strongly lit, the petals look more red.

This is such a photogenic tulip that I've included several different views here. I've also included a few other flower photos and one frog to break up the set as you scroll through.

This first photo was taken on an indoor windowsill.

Fringe Curve

Rising Above

 Here's a blossom on our crab apple tree:

Neck Pillows

 Grape hyacinths provide a nice break from too many red hues:

Grape Trees

These next two photos are also from our indoor arrangement:

Inside Zone

All Frills

This frog was watching me closely while I took outdoor pictures:

Frog in Mulch

Parrot Petals

Life in the Center

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