The morning began warm and sunny as I enjoyed my coffee on the porch. I often struggle sitting still and just being. This morning was no different.

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly on Lilac in Maine

A Yellow Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly in the lilacs caught my attention, and then I was up and puttering. Still in my jammies, I dug up a spot in the yard and planted some tiger lily bulbs.

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly on Lilac in Maine

Hannah and I ventured out for a drive in search of lupine and goslings.

deer in the lupines Harrington River

The lupines offered up an extra treat today. Can you see them?

deer in the lupines

We’re not the only ones out and about enjoying the day.

Goslings on Beals Island

Cruising past one of our favorite gosling spots, we were not disappointed.

Goslings on Beals Island

We watched from a distance as this family noodled about in the mudflats.

Goslings on Beals Island

This little one hustles after his family.

Late afternoon on Beals Island

What was pleasantly warm at home was downright chilly out on Beals Island.

pink lupine

What’s better than a Saturday in June?