Are We Sure It's October?

It's been in the 80's here this last week. Not exactly what you expect from October,  but then this year has been full of surprises...so I guess weird is the new normal.  

I'm not complaining,  at all. My insect friends are back, flowers are blooming. 

We had 2 bees in the house yesterday.  You've never had fun until you've tried catching bees with a cup and a piece of paper.  Rushing to the door, hoping you don't get stung when you finally release them. 

Speaking of bees and insects, I lucked into some good pictures this morning.  

Busy bees, gathering until they just can't gather anymore. 

Mantis....manti?......mantises?.......

Two of them, lol, I love the brown one, she's huge!

Then there's my flowers, having one last blast before the season ends.

Mexican petunia:

Imapien,  which will have to be dug up and brought inside soon..

Our Rose's are usually magenta. These last minute blossoms are pink/white. I so appreciate the mutation. 

Today Bill Dear is taking me on a drive to see the leaves change, which means awesome pictures tomorrow if I'm lucky. 

Have a beautiful Sunday and God bless.