Apple blossoms

Decided the apple trim needed trimming if for no other reason that I couldn't walk by it to the rest of the garden. Lots of blossoms this year.

This is the first time I've brought branches in. I might have to do this every year.

Currants

Last fall I pruned the currant bush back to seven branches like it is supposed to be done. The bush is full of little blossoms. Looks like a good crop coming on this year.

Duck couple update

For the past several years a pair of mallard ducks have visited my neighborhood. I do not know how long mallards live but I contend that this is the same couple every year. I refer to them as Mr. and Mrs. Duck.

I saw Mr. and Mrs. Duck Sunday as I was riding my bike. I noticed that Mr. Duck had a fishing line with weights trailing behind him. I was able to step on the line and it came free. I do not know if the hook is still in him but he was able to quack away so I hope he is okay.

2016 siting
2014 siting