There is a flash flood alert in effect this morning, although our specific area hasn’t had heavy rain since Friday afternoon. We have heard thunder at a distance within the past few minutes, but nothing close to us. So far.
On the positive side, the heavy cloud cover creates very rich colors, which prompted me to take my camera out into the back yard during a break in the ongoing drizzle.
The mango trees are about 80 years old, give or take a few years. One was planted when my older sister was born, the other when I was born. The smaller tree, a white Bombay Pirie on the left when viewed from the deck, is Bonnie’s tree. “My” tree, the larger Haden, is on the right.
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- The view from the back deck.
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- Some of the bananas growing in one corner.
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- Looking toward the house from the back of the yard.
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- The back deck enjoys afternoon shade from the mango treees.
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Mahalo Ian for your spectacular photos this morning! KIeep up the good work. And your reporting.
Ian- the photos are beautiful- so lush! do you do your own landscaping?
Your mango trees are fabulous!
Beautiful oasis! So lush ! While I was living on Maui I was always fascinated with the growth of our banana trees . The blossom; upwards growth and thereafter bending of the fruit and .while the bananas were growing already new trees forming below. Nature is so beautiful . Thank you for your beautiful photos.
Luckily, sharing my photos is very rewarding!
Sunset magazine material. Kudos to the yardman
Mahalo Ian for the lovely photos, and reminder to appreciate the trees–and mahalo especially for all your good work over the years.
Much appreciated. Thank you.
Likewise, this morning’s Civil Beat profile by Neal Milner was wonderful insight on your work!
Your yard is gorgeous too!
Thank you!
Mahalo for sharing these beautiful pictures! And i thank you for your investigative reporting, and articles that you share. It’s rare these days to find someone of integrity which always brings me back to reading and enjoying your articles. Feline Fridays is also a favorite. Mahalo nui loa, Ian! Keep up the good work.