Common Milkweed

 

Nothing "common" about it as far as I'm concerned. A pretty remarkable plant, all things considered. Especially important to Monarch butterflies, I've read.

Beavers

 

Kinda makes me wonder what end goal these beavers have in mind for this project. 

Ticks

As this trail is something of a local secret, I'm keeping the exact location to myself. If that wasn't enough to reduce traffic, I'm thinking this sign might also. In addition to the ticks, there is quite a lot of poison ivy along the trail.

Steamed Milk

 

THE major discovery during my trip--steamed milk in my morning oatmeal at the Tandem Bagel Company. Why, oh why, did it take me so long to discover this fantastic new dimension to my morning ritual?! My great thanks to the manager on duty at Tandem for instructing me on how to do this at home!