They're back!

After a long winter away the Mississippi Kites are back to our skies and backyard tree. First the buzzards started flying around about a month ago and we wondered if the Kites would return. Well, they have. They are such regal birds and have a distinctive cry. They drift on the currents and float around just like, well, kites. We love to watch their antics and to watch them watching us. We are so easily amused!

Gatherin' 09

Another gatherin' has come and gone. It was a great weekend. The weather was perfect Scottish weather, drizzle off and on but no wind! It was cool but not cold which made for a wonderful day to take in the activities. There were three bands to provide great Celtic music. And, of course, a piper! My buddies in the Rogue Pipers of Western Kansas Association were not able to make it so I did my duty and obeyed the law of the pack, so to speak.

Since the weather cooperated, we were able to light the Bletane Fire, a highlight of the festival for many people.

Tuck, my sons dog, and my dog Guinness enjoyed scrounging the other camp sites for left over food. Who can say no to a Wolf hound who can look you in the eyes with a hungry look? I now look forward to next year.

In the mean time I am planning to pipe and the Veterans Cemetery for Memorial Day. A chance to wear the military uniform I got from Amy for Christmas.