Bear #2 Comes for a Snack

This afternoon, a second bear (a younger one came after dark the other night) made a visit to our yard where Rick threw out some birdseed. It was intended for the birds, but bears have a way of taking over. Since he came during daylight (which is unusual) I was able to take closeup photos from the laundry room window. He was so absorbed in his food (I can identify with that,) it didn't even bother him when I tapped on the window.

After he left, we looked for his footprints in the snow and they led us to the front deck--up the first 2 steps. Then he ambled around the garage to the back of the house. No wonder Jenny was so nervous--she had been asleep on one of the dining room chairs when he came toward the dining room window! Archie insisted on going out to investigate after he left, but he didn't go far...smart cat...

I DID IT AGAIN!

Or more accurately, I DIDN'T do it again! I was having so much fun at the Blues Bash, I forgot to take any photos until everyone was gone. I HATE when I do that! So here are 2 pictures I snapped afterwards.

As I was photographing the tulip arrangement in the family room, one of the cats suddenly crawled out from under the end table obviously relieved that all those women had gone and things were quiet again! As soon as I finished taking her picture, she curled up on my lap while the two of us had a nice little snooze...

The party was a huge success, with lots of laughter and commraderie. I'm so thankful to be blessed with such a variety of good friends!

Blues Bash Delayed...

...for the first time in Blues Bash history!


As you can see by the photo, our driveway is a frozen disaster for anyone attempting to drive up or walk to the door. Rick's footprints off to the right were made on Wednesday while our power was out and the snow was just 4" of slush. (He went to the tool shed to get his portable radio.) Everything froze overnight, leaving deep ruts in the driveway. Yesterday we had some melting, but not enough to make walking safe. So the Blues Bash has been rescheduled for tomorrow (Sat.) at 1 pm to allow more time for melting. It's supposed to be in the low-mid forties today, and I hope the driveway melts enough to make navigation easier. Whatever is left tonight will re-freeze and stay that way for a few more days, (with more precipitation on Sun. and Mon.) making tomorrow the best option for a snow date.

Meanwhile, the bear was back last night for a birdseed treat!

Time for the 10th Annual Blues Bash!

Invitations are out for the February Blues Bash. The theme this year is "Fun and Games" and will take place this Friday. I found this adorable computer paper at AC Moore in the sale rack for only 12 cents a sheet! (Click to enlarge.) More later...

HOW 'BOUT THOSE GIANTS!!!

They won the Super Bowl! I have to admit, though--I cheated: I was praying for them...