Heaven knows, I understand how you feel about the shootings, Sandra. We feel so helpless. All we can do is vote, protest, attend local meetings. But, in the end, we don't make the decisions that are needed. And, unfortunately, our voices are often silenced by the more powerful gun and NRA group who own - yes, own - the people in power. What have we become?

Fortunately, we have flowers and ducks and rainy days to give a little light to our dark days. The color of your Hydrangeas is stunning. After weeks of a drought, we finally got measurable rainfall yesterday, Such a relief! The hedges in my townhome community that were wilted and sad are now perky. But, the rain was just enough for a perk-me-up and we need so much more. Fingers crossed for some showers today!