The Moon and Saturn sail above the clouds. Let’s not tell them what’s going on down here.

A frosty morning at Wawona in Yosemite, NP. Sensibly, bodega cat Sam is soaking in the sunshine on the front porch of the Pinetree Market.

The Golden-crowned Sparrow and Hardly Strictly Bluegrass have returned on the same day. Autumn is here.

If you need me I'll be in my nest. #osprey

Evidence suggests that the gull molt is well underway at Venice Beach (Half Moon Bay, CA).

Finally, a return to seasonably pleasant temps around the bay, and the backyard #birds have come out of hiding, including this fella - the Spotted Towhee.