More exploration!

I haven't been near my garden the last couple of days, and have had really no time to write decent posts. I usually prepare a few topics in advance when I know it will be difficult to take new photos, but with holiday prep I just didn't have time. So I apologize for the brevity.

This dragonfly was one of several of the same species that were found along the walking path at Simpson Park -- the small but wonderful park I've lived near for 20 years but only discovered this past summer.

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Since it's the season for making resolutions, I resolve in 2013 to investigate more of what the area around St. Louis has to offer in terms of nature, wildlife, and gardens. There are a few parks I visit regularly, but others that I often pass but never stop by -- what a shame! I'll do more exploration in 2013.

Are there parks or gardens near your home that you've never visited for whatever reason? I think 2013 is the year we should change that, don't you?

(Like the dragonflies I can't dawdle, as I've got a train to catch this morning. Back to "real" posts tomorrow.) 

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