Mellow Yellow?

From Bufo as toad to Mme. Toad:

Toad-ay, as it was so dreary and toad outside, I thought I'd look for the sun. Where would I find warmth and the sun? 

Oh! Here comes the sun! Here comes the sun! It's all right now. I've just swallowed a a few Beatles. And here comes the sun!

This must be magical, the appearance of the sun.. and speaking of magic, I, Bufo-Americanus, have seen the magic stones. But who could have left them? Gnomes or hobbits? I am ruling out all suspects one by one. If you are asked, "did you place these beautiful, magical stones in the enchanted woods of Toad House? you must only tell the truth or the troll will seek retribution.

Mme Toad: Bufo is getting out of hand.

Hibernation?

Bufo has had quite a time of it lately and with all the warm weather, he has come out to survey his domain. He seems surprised at the new pond and even tried it out after a rainfall filled the pond. He found mushrooms growing in a stump and was puzzled by their appearance.

The Magical Rocks of the Enchanted Woods

While walked through the Enchanted Woods on Sunday, my eye caught the sparkle of stones and rocks along the path. I do believe it is the work of the lovely creatures of the woods and not the troll. It is hard to say whether the elves, gnomes, hobbits, or faeries have place these stones.  The colors and transparencies remind me of the magic of the faeries or elves though I do not think their magic strong enough to heft the weight of these beautiful rocks. Hefting rocks is for toads. So perhaps it was the work of the gnomes or hobbits who are are more grounded, sturdy, and strong.

I thought I might take a picture of the magic rocks to share with you here, but I became fearful of what might become of the magic if I took a photo. Perhaps the magic rocks are only an illusion to be seen by believers and once photographed would disappear.

You are very welcome to visit the Enchanted Woods and see if you come upon the magic workings of the faeries, elves, gnomes, and hobbits.  If you do find one, take care that it is not disturbed, the toads wish to remain in the favor of the lovely creatures of the woods and the illusions they create.

Painting the Toad Pink

Bufo is out of hibernation for the week, celebrating "Paint the Town Pink". The pink ribbons are to help create awareness for breast cancer awareness. This event is sponsored by by the Rusk County Memorial Hospital.

In other news, the final, final, FINAL load of rocks have been placed around the back patio hillside. What do you imagine on the hill? A firepit? a gazebo? a stage? a dance floor? a tent? Come and visit, submit your wildest ideas in the comments section of this blog.

While you are here, take a walk in the Enchanted Woods. The leaves are falling and it is warm and lovely this week. Be sure to place your hand upon the magic rock and promise never to litter before you leave.