June Highlights!

Smile! It's summer time!

I recently read that young people's systems are saturated with dopamine, unlike more mature people. Dopamine is the neurotransmitter that sends the brain its "rush". I'm no neurologist, but I'm assuming a system revved up on the stuff is like an engine in fifth gear. Always looking for adventure and ready to go. As we age, we are no longer the lackeys of the pleasure principle, so we can relax and enjoy the little things in life. 

That's my biological justification for buying my first bird feeder. When I was a teen, my grandparents would sit at their kitchen table, sip their coffee, and watch the birds in their yard. Sitting still that long made me feel twitchy, like I was wasting valuable time that should be spent on living. 

Now, I get it. I was a slave to my dopamine. Now, my brain is calmer and I am free. 

Come feathered friends, entertain me. 

And for the highlight of June...Miss Violet!

June was my granddaughter's first birthday. One year gone by already! She's walking, climbing, chattering...such a big girl already! 

Because of her birthday, we were able to get 3 of the 4 C sons together. 

Carter, Conner, Caleb (Violet's dad) and Violet!

Then there was a quick trip to the beach. We were already two hours closer after the party, so why not? 

And time for some plant rescues. Blackberry bushes are unwelcome in hay and pasture fields on the farm, so my husband was on a killing spree. I dug a few up and brought them home. They aren't looking real healthy, so wish them luck! I may not have gotten enough root system. Dang. I'm still learning!

How was your June? Any highlights?