Cyrus and some other critters

Cyrus is quite content to settle in the tall grass and soak up the sun while I am playing in the garden. Woody, not so much. Usually he prefers to stay inside and nap on his favorite bed.

I made Cyrus the lead photo instead of the cute snake, because I know some of you are not fond of snakes. But I really think this guy (or girl) is very pretty. He was hiding under a water bucket, and when I uncovered him, he just stayed there posing for his portrait.

And even I can find nothing cute or pretty about slugs, but I do very much love this photo of a grackle bringing food to the party. No Tupperware necessary, just carry those little slimers in your beak to share with everyone at the Bird Buddy party.