My sweet little dog

At least it looks much better than Twitter.

Rhus Typhina

a spike of large, tubular and bilabiate, white and pink flowers growing not quite upright in light green calyces, with a focus on one flower in particular, facing the viewer. the downward-curving top lip is all white expect for a blush of pink near its tip, strongest on the inside of the corolla. the bottom lip has three very shallow lobes, and seem best defined as sections separated by small folds, with the two on the outside sitting lower & mostly colored white, while the middle lobe is raised, colored pink, and has two rows of hair growing, one left and one right. the middle lobe kinda looks like a tongue in the open mouth of this turtlehead flower. the flower's four stamens can also be seen within the corolla tube, curving up around the perimeter of the interior space like ribs and joining together at the top in a fused mass of fuzzy anthers. don't seem to be able to see it's style, but in the empty calyx below this flower, the long white style is all that remains after its corolla has wilted & fallen away.

a cluster of large white and pink flowers growing in a dense terminal spike. below each of the sessile, light green calyces there are two small leaf bracts; the deep lobes of the calyces appear similar. the flower are tubular & mostly white, only turning pink beyond where the two lips part. the upper lip curves downward and serves as a hood over the stamens and style within; the lower lip forms a raised section along its centerline, constricting the mouth of the flower. blooming flowers occur lower on the spike than the buds above; below the open flowers, there is an empty calyx from a faded flower.

a white turtlehead growing on the bank of a small creek running through a hilly forest. the plant's long stem arches out over the shallow stream, heavy with long, broad, oval leaves with many shallow, blunt teeth. there are a few short branches, each one, like the main stem, terminating in a spike of large, tubular, white and pink flowers.

💮 white turtlehead 🌿
Chelone glabra

first time ive caught em in bloom 😌

#nativeplants #flowerreport
#bloomscrolling #bloomsky

A young raccoon perches in an ornamental crab apple tree surrounded by leaves and orange apples.

A sleepy raccoon keeps an eye on the photographer from its perch high in a poplar tree.

A raccoon balances on a rock on the water's edge and looks over its shoulder at the photographer.

Happy #RaccoonAwarnessDay! I know they're often referred to as trash pandas, but I get to experience them in their more 'natural' habitat where I live. I love them. They are intelligent, curious and best appreciated from a safe distance. #mammals 🌿

A photo of a small sea snail that has a white base colour but is covered in shocking pink splodges

So no #Nudibranch today - but something almost as cool - a little snail from the genus Diminovula.
#🦑 #🦐 #Mollusc

A Gorgeous Day Filled with Humpbacks! Read the full story here: buff.ly/2N9wTH5
Video by Marc
This is an encounter from 2016.
#WhaleTales #humpback

🌱 Wish this was where I live, but sent to me from Nebraska. 🧡🖤💛

White and green intertwined with light this giant flower installation is a fusion of nature and art. The stunning water flowers and leaves seem to come alive in the studio, creating a mesmerizing scene. #ArtInstallation #FlowerArt #NatureInArt

Found this online pure poetry. These lotus flowers bloom right from the rocks. Life finds its way, even in the hardest places. Nature never gives up.
#NatureArt #Resilience #FoundBeauty #LotusInRocks #LifeInStone

Stumbled upon this stunning amethyst geode online like a slice of galaxy frozen in stone. Nature’s design is pure magic. Can you believe this is real? ✨
#CrystalCave #AmethystGeode #NaturalWonder #MuseumMagic #EarthArt #NatureIsArt #GeologyLove

Spotted these adorable wild bunnies and ground squirrels while traveling through Ventura State Beach Park. They’re so chilleating and lounging everywhere. Felt like I stepped into their little world! #TravelDiary #Ventura #CaliforniaNature #LosAngeles #WildlifeWatch

What Nolan Arenado's uncertain return from IL means for him, Cardinals, and Nolan Gorman Asked directly Thursday night about playing time at third base "for the Nolans," Cardinals said they needed to "find at-bats" for Gorman. The club already did.

Asked directly Thursday night about playing time at third base "for the Nolans," Cardinals said they needed to "find at-bats" for Gorman. The club already did.

As did a lot of us, including me and the Black women who deserved a rest. Good for her.

A small part of 2023's trade deadline is set for big opportunity after Cardinals' 2025 sell-off Matt Svanson, acquired in 2023 from the Blue Jays for Paul DeJong, is among the relievers who will see high-leverage auditions, like he did in Friday's 4-1 loss at San

Matt Svanson, acquired in 2023 from the Blue Jays for Paul DeJong, is among the relievers who will see high-leverage auditions, like he did in Friday's 4-1 loss at San Diego.

This is no time to go high. If GOP states redraw maps, then Democratic states should redraw maps.

Give the same energy. They will never play fair or by the rules. Ever.

My view of the book I'm trying to read

MARTA, WHAT HAVE YOU DONE

Phenomenal tifo by the @greenmountainbhoys.bsky.social and the @vermontgreenfc.bsky.social faithful for the USL League Two Final at Virtue Field.

cc @sanders.senate.gov

LEICY SANTOS BANGERRRRRR

Got a great photo of the big guy today

He's still got it

The view from the International Space Station as an aurora meets the sunrise in space.

Imagine getting fired because math hurt a man’s feelings. We’re being governed by a walking Yelp review.

This is the man who is reinstating the President Fitness Test. 🥴

The way these crimson branches burst into the quiet space feels like nature is exhaling. This floral installation flows like wind in motionfierce, delicate, alive. I truly admire how art speaks without words. #FloralArt #ArtInstallation #NatureInspired #RedBloom

Last month, on a business trip, I visited the garage of a client's brother. It felt like stepping into a private car museum: classic cars, supercars, even a 1924 Bentley. All I could say was, "Wow! Amazing!"
#LuxuryLife #ClassicCars #CollectorsDream

Captured this during a fall trip in China 🍁 The streets were glowing under maple trees in full color. It felt peaceful, like walking through a dream.
#TravelChina #FallFoliage #MapleSeason #NatureLovers #WanderMore #AutumnWalk

My sweet little bird is growing up so fast! 💕 She's been really enjoying cuddles lately and always wants to take a nap in my arms. Thank you all for the love! 💖 #Lovebird #PetBird #CutePet #BirdMoments #FeatheryFriend #DopamineBird

I visited a friend’s house today, and they have two super cute black-and-white cats. I love their fluffy fur and unique personalities! They always bring such warmth and joy. 😺🐾 It’s these little moments that really brighten my day! #Cats #PetLife #CozyMoments

Oklahoma's Trump-Loving, Bible-Thumping Superintendent Faces Porn Probe A video of naked women reportedly played in Ryan Walters’ office during an executive session of the Oklahoma State Board of Education.

Oh the hypocrisy continues! We need some more tables overthrown and some more accountability!
The very same guy screaming about porn has it playing on his tv during an official meeting!

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