Ciao all-
Wow, Pistil, that's impressive! Duane attempted to cover the Pineapple Sage last night with a plastic leaf bag, but didn't anchor it well and it blew off overnight. It's right next to the house and still hanging in there, trying hard to bloom before it succumbs to cold weather.
This snow won't last. It's very wet and the sun's out. I will definitely need to get a second hummingbird feeder next spring, though, if I can't find one now. It's late to be looking for them. There was a small icicle on it when I got up, but there was enough liquid for the birds to get some early drinks. I'd rather like to swap them out so I can have a nice warm one ready to go first thing in the morning.
Michael has been used to harnesses, leashes, and all manner of clothing since he was little. All four of them have. Michael was super eager even as a kitten to explore the outside, so early on, we put a harness on him and tethered him to a laundry line that ran across the backyard. This gave him the freedom to move in a diagonal line, but kept him from running off. Now, he doesn't even blink when we put a harness on him. All of them have a collection of scarves that their Grandma made for them and all four have coats for the cold Toronto winters. I think the fleece/fall-spring coat will be enough for Michael. At least I hope it will be. He's got a proper Canadian parka if it comes to that.
