Thirst

Another drought.

After a drenching and stormy winter and spring, drought again visits us, leaving the ground sere, the animals desperate.

I have placed ready-made baths, three of them, around the back yard, including one on the deck. This afternoon, I watched as birds and squirrels waited their turns to slake their thirsts.

The squirrels are pests, but they have needs, too, and sometimes I feel compelled to meet them.

It's the least I can do.