Artichokes, Deer, and Mouse-Sized Pancakes

Yesterday I slaughtered and steamed one of the artichokes growing on our deck. It was OK, but definitely not an Earth-shattering culinary experience. For some reason, it cooked kind of unevenly. Two more are growing outside, and hopefully I'll do a better job cooking the next one.

After working this afternoon, I went for a walk at Witham Hill. I didn't bring my camera, so I ended up spending some time watching a doe and her fawn snack and even take a nap about ten paces from me. I missed another good photo opportunity this morning: I made Spiny Norman a mouse-sized blueberry pancake, which he really enjoyed. That's about it for today -- back to work to get as much done as I can before Ben's next stretch of days off begins.