Hello Rabbit!

The other day, a young boy was walking down the street. As he neared my neighbor's house, his steps slowed. Suddenly I heard him say,  

"Well, hello Rabbit!"   

And he stopped and had a friendly chat with the rabbit crouched beneath a flowering bush. A second boy, on bike, suddenly appeared and began riding his bike towards the rabbit -- only to be stopped by the younger boy. And Rabbit did what rabbits do best -- bolted. Fortunately the boys decided not to pursue said rabbit (into my yard). So once again, the rabbit crouched. Only THIS time, Rabbit stared at me -- as if to say,

"OK Old Woman -- what are YOU going to do about it?"

And then he scratched his ear.

Backyard critters have a lot of good stories to tell. Just ask a little kid. 

Note, I wrote this little rhyme back in 2007. Which just serves as a reminder -- there are "universal truths" about rabbits -- as well as kids!

Minnesota Heat Wave

Minnesota is experiencing a record-setting heat wave.

And as temperatures rise, so do the TEMPERS.

When hair frizzes and clothes feel damp and sticky...

Adopt Great Auntie's attitude:

"CHILL OUT and don't be icky!"

So let's all agree to keep our sense of humor. Make an effort to be a little more patient and show kindness to others including pets and other critters. When boredom sets in for your favorite little kids? Ask them to help you make a list or draw pictures of people who work outdoors -- on HOT summer days and in winter. And maybe take a little extra time to THANK one of those good folks -- for making a difference -- especially during a Minnesota heat wave!

Note: "Great Auntie's HOT!" was obviously inspired by this week's heat index, dew point and healthy dose of sweat.

So think "draft" as you read the rhyme and see the art.

Or maybe just, "MY GOSH, THAT WOMAN IS DAFT!" 

Works for me!  Be cool.