NOT EVERYONE WELCOMES the rain that visits southwest BC throughout the year. Although some folks would prefer fewer showers, I appreciate the rhythmic tap tapping of drops on flowers along the pathways I wander.
Besides the luscious drops other visitors came to mind when searching for a word that begins with "V". The elegant home (photo, 2010) with a Volkswagen in front was built by local artists along Marine Drive in White Rock a few years ago. The house frequently has eye-catching faux guests positioned on the balcony overlooking a water view.
The statues are a delight but are not as friendly or animated as, Kay from Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel, a real-life visitor from Alberta who came by last May in her brilliant green rental car. It was a treat to see her in person and to catch up on her kitchen reconstruction news.
Another visitor is the cute neighborhood cat who certainly looks harmless ...
unless you are a bird building a nest.
The cat sees feathery guests in the neighborhood as an invite to dinner. It is one of the reasons I no longer have a bird feeder.
This bloom has a pest as a guest nipping at its delicious crepe petals.
And look who flew in to dinner uninvited at a Vancouver City apartment I visited. The pigeon landing on the counter brought to mind that to have dinner or to be dinner are dramas played out often in the natural world.
After leaving his calling card, the confused little fellow escaped out the kitchen window.
Copyright by Penelope PuddlismsThis post showcases the letter "V". If you think words are fun and enjoy playing with the alphabet, check out the link at the sidebar and visit ABC Wednesday.
