Fun in the Sun
I was delighted to observe how the late September Adult Monarchs enjoyed the "Pollinator Mound".
Monarchs have a unique and special connection to the Land, Sky and Sun.
How they found the 'Pollinator Mound' is a Wonder and a Mystery.
What do they see, from high in the sky, that signals them down to land on these flowers?
I am happy that they landed to drink here, where I can photograph their be
Translucent Landing
I stood in the driveway at the base of the 'Pollinator Mound' to take these pictures in late September 2019.
When I looked up, through the blossom to see the sunlight through the translucent petals and wings, I was happy to have my camera.
The way that sunlight illuminates the wings and petals is beautiful. When I see this picture, I reflect on the individual parts that make up the whole: The Sun,
Under the Sky
The Mexican Sunflower stems and blossoms are gently swaying in the breeze. The Monarch Butterflies ride the flower as they drink.
Sometimes a Bee will come along and try to get on. The Monarch will flap its wings a couple of times to keep the Bee off. The Bee and the Butterfly gently compete.
Because the Mexican Sunflowers have multiple blossoms, there is enough for all. When a blossom is occu