Adventures of the LLB Gang: 2025

8/7/25

Swallow Tail on Nature Friday

Welcome to Nature Friday, where we get to meet new friends and share a picture or two of what nature looks like around Blogville. This week we have some pictures (and a short video) of the pretty Yellow Swallowtail butterfly to share.

The Yellow Swallowtail is by far the prettiest flutterby we see in our area.

Although Mama took this series of pictures at the ABQ Botanic Garden, we see these beautiful creatures all over our backyard and neighborhood during the Spring and Summer.

The beautiful butterfly not only lives in parts of the Americas, it can also be found throughout Europe and Asia.

As you might be able to tell from the pictures, the Yellow Swallowtail is drawn to pink or mauve flowers and only dines on flower nectar.

Here is a short video of the Yellow Swallowtail Mama saw at the ABQ Botanic Garden:

(As always, feel free to visit our YouTube Channel HERE)

Thanks for joining us for a look at the Yellow Swallowtail Butterfly.

Next week, Sunny and I are taking a break and are giving Mama control of the blog to ~~record~~ show you all the beauty and fun that she and Daddy had living the lake life in Minnesota in July.

In the meantime, we hope you all get out to enjoy some nature this weekend!

Show us your nature! It can be flowers, your current weather, a scene out of your window, or maybe a picture from a vacation, walk or other journey! Any kind of nature picture will do! If you don't see a link below, click HERE to go to our Hoppity Page.

8/6/25

Thankful to be a Dog in Good Health

Sunny here today to tell you about my recent check up at the Dogtur!

I was a bit concerned when I went into the exam room with Mama.....

There were pictures of kitties EVERYWHERE

Ummmmm Mama????

They don't think I'm a KITTY, do they???

Although I was worried, I am happy to say that the Vet reassured me that I was NOT a kitty. WHEW! Boy was I thankful to hear that news!

I am also thankful that all my bloodwork was good. Except for a little eye problem that we are taking care of with drops, I am a very healthy PUPPY DOG!!

Nothing against kitties (~please don't hurt me Oona~)

We love all kitties....I am just very used to being a puppy dog.

Thank you to Maxwell and Angel Brian for hosting the

Thankful Thursday Blog Hop

8/5/25

Hummer Fun on BackPORCH Wildlife Wednesday

Hummy Sunny here today with my pal Uni to show the first TC Hummingbird movie of this season! Although it took the silly little hummers awhile to get here, we are happy to report that they are out and about buzzing and arguing on the back porch!

(As always, feel free to visit our YouTube Channel HERE)

Don't worry, we are sure there will be a few more movies before the hummers decide to head south for the Winter!

We are joining Sandee at Comedy Plus for the

Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop this week!

8/4/25

Happy Travel Memories Tuesday

Last Friday, when we were sitting in ArCe (while Mama was cleaning it out for the off season), I started thinking about all the wonderful family times we've had in all the RV's we've had over the years. I thought a nice "Less speak, More peek" Tuesday post might be just the ticket for a wrap up of our RV Travel for the year....

We sure have had a blast over the years in RVs and can't wait to see what fun adventures are awaiting us in the future!

We are joining Sandee at Comedy Plus for the

Happy Tuesday Blog Hop this week!

8/3/25

Ice Cream Aaaws

"You can't buy happiness, but you can buy ice cream and that is pretty much the same thing"

...Author Unknown (and Sunny)

We're joining Comedy Plus for the

Awww Monday Blog Hop!

7/31/25

Flowery Friday

Welcome to Nature Friday, where we get to meet new friends and share a picture or two of what nature looks like around Blogville. This week we're back at the ABQ Botanic Garden to see what Summer flowers are blooming.

The dragon, and it's castle that welcome you to the garden is covered in greenery.

The Bee Balm, although a bit wilty, is so very colorful.

We think these lilies look like a sunburst.....

Especially with the sun behind them.

Mama's favorite, Lantana are looking fresh and pretty.

We have had some wonderful rainy days during this year' Summer "Monsoon Season". These rains have really helped the Summer blooms stick around.

These Straw flowers reminded us that it won't be long before Autumn gets here.

Roses are still blooming...

Orange ones....

Yellow ones....

....and beautiful red ones just for me and Aunty C!

We hope you enjoyed our look at the Summer blooms at the ABQ Botanic garden. Mama sure enjoys seeing all the beautiful colors!!

Here's to a weekend full of fun and enjoying nature!

7/30/25

Thankful Thursday

Today, on the last day of my birthday month, I want to thank everyone for all the birthday wishes they sent. I had a nice long walk on my birthday, and I even got a new collar, and some delicious treats.

Unfortunately, I also got this flamingo bath robe from Mama.

Now don't get me wrong, I love pink...and flamingos are cool

BUT

Wearing a dress after taking a bath???

Not my idea of a good time!

I sure hope Mama saved some of those birthday cookies, because the price of this photoshoot is going to be VERY expensive!

Thanks again for all the birthday wishes!

Thank you to Maxwell and Angel Brian for hosting the

Thankful Thursday Blog Hop

7/29/25

Rockin' Robin

Lately, Mama and I have been spending the early mornings sitting outside and watching the birdies play. Today we wanted to give you a peek at what we see. Here is some footage of a couple of cute Red Robins rockin' in the fountain!

(As always, feel free to visit our YouTube Channel HERE)

We are joining Sandee at Comedy Plus for the

Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop this week!

7/28/25

Happy Neighborhood Travel

I can't believe this is the last week of July, Summer always goes by so fast! Since our ArCe travel season is over, I thought I would take you on another one of my walkies for Travel Tuesday this week. We never fail to see some fun things around the neighborhood!