Blessing of the Pets

14 dogs and 2 cats were blessed during the early service at church.

Thomas Swope Memorial

Thomas Swope's memorial high on the cliff in Swope Park. He is buried at the top of the steps. Although he died in 1909, the memorial wasn't ready until 1918. In 1922, the fountain below was added. If you look carefully, in the center at the tree line you can see the roof of Starlight Theatre.

Steel Oboe

This band of middle school guys was jammin'. We think they said their name was Steel Oboe, but that wouldn't make a lot of sense so probably have that wrong.

Last Supper

This is a part of The Last Supper scuplture created by artist Dominic Zappia in 1962 and now housed at Country Club Christian Church. It is about 4 foot tall and carved from basswood. Really impressive.

Flamingo

A flamingo wearing a flamingo tie.

Fake Building

The theater at Union Station for the preview of Disney's A Christmas Carol was in an inflatable building. Looks like the real thing but isn't. Unfortunately we didn't see the preview as the wait was three hours.

Too High

Tas is perched much higher than she should be. A cat should not be level with the top of the door.

Well-Done

Too much conversation led to a extremely "well done" veggie burger.

Jumbotron

It was a beautiful night at Kauffman Stadium, even if the result was not.

Jayhawk Mania

The official start of KU football in Kansas City. A giant pep rally in Prairie Village with Coaches Mangino, Self and Hendrickson and the new chancellor, along with thousands of enthusiastic fans. Great fun.

Stuck in a Puddle

This little boy was racing around on his bike until he took the corner to sharp and ended up in the mud puddle. He just sat there until Howard rescued him and pulled the bike out.

Rain Garden Redux

All the rain has been good for one thing - the rain garden. Refer to June 3 to see how it has thrived.

View from on High

For those who wonder what you can see from the big stone tower, not much. Too many safety screens and rails, which is a good thing. But it's scary getting up there.

Johnson County Courthouse

Where I spent much of Monday for jury selection. I wasn't selected but it was interesting.

School Days

In honor of the start of the school year for many, a tribute to my alma mater.

Beartop

Cat on a bear. But why?

Arthur Bryant's

The original Arthur Bryant's on Brooklyn (near where the old Municipal Stadium stood). Always wanted to go there and finally made it.

Daily Workout

Maybe not daily but most mornings at 5:45, this is where you will find me.

Petunias Gone Wild

These petunias came back on their own this year. It was a planted bed last year.

Too Many Keys

So when I was learning to play the piano, I thought there were too many keys. Guess that's why I never moved on to the organ. Seriously, four keyboards! How are you ever on the right keys. And don't forget the stops.

Ahead?

No so much "ahead" as NOW! A little more warning is useful in rush hour traffic.

Free Range Marigolds

On my mother's patio, the marigolds, originally in the barrels, have broken free.

Apples Galore

My mother's apple tree is loaded with apples, many starting to ripen.

Weston Antique and Garden Delights

At the Weston 10 Mile Trail Antique and Garden Show, Howard was exhibiting his furniture in an interesting cove of vendors. The truck and fountain was, I'm guessing, a permanent display. The fairy garden below was part of one of the booths.

Someone's Watching

A face watching from the tower at work. Benevolent or malevolent - you make the call.

Garden Sprite

3,154 Baseballs

In new KC Royals Hall of Fame, a No. 5, George Brett's number, is composed of 3,154 baseballs and the bat with which he hit his 3,000th hit.

Zoe

She decided she needed her picture taken instead of the plant I was attempting to take.

Mailboxes

30 and Counting

Stacy celebrates 30!~

Blooming Ladies

The naked ladies are now blooming.