Earth awakening

[lizziebelle]

I made it down to Stanley Park today, where lots of people also headed for a fine early spring afternoon.

The first critter (besides numerous little yippy dogs) I came across was this cute little chipmunk, who was bitterly disappointed that I didn't have any peanuts:



Fortunately for him, a family showed up with a whole bag of peanuts.

I find something new every time I go there, and today I noticed that there is bamboo growing near the stream behind the pond:



In the stream, I found things growing:



Over by the fountain, I found tulips sprouting out of the ground:



The ice was all melted on the pond:



Over by the barn, the daffodils are coming along nicely, with some buds showing:



The barn continues to be very photogenic:



While behind it, the rhododendron prepares for spring:



Here's something you'd think they wouldn't have to say:



Alas, there are many idiots out there who need to be told such things.

I hope you all are enjoying your Sunday!