Northern Flicker

This Northern Flicker (correct me if I'm wrong) comes to our bird feeder about once a month and stays for about 30 seconds.  I've never been able to photograph it until now. I love the subtle red coloring it has. Maralee

Unusual Succulent

I saw this unusual succulent at the Alii Kula Lavender Farm on Maui when we were there in November.  It appeared almost black although it was actually a very deep purple.  They offered to give me a cutting of it but I didn't think it would make it through agriculture customs at the airport.  They're …