Nature has a way of captivating the senses, and one such enchantment lies in the word "Petrichor" This term describes the delightful fragrance that fills the air after rain falls on the earth after a long dry spell, creating a mesmerizing alfactory experience. I love it, others may not, like my daughter who dislikes it intensely, she says it reminds her of decay. I only discovered the word Petrichor this week, but have enjoyed it's refreshing fragrance for as long as I can remember. If only it would rain here this week, but it seems we are in the wake of a new heatwave.
I made some closeups of the new Hoya Carnosa flowers to share the fascinating heathy nectar production.
These waxy flowers drip a sweet sticky floral nector naturally produced to attract pollinators
The rich nector production is a sign of a healthy thriving Hoya Carnosa plant.
A new Hoya flower which is not ready to open yet, but is still attractive at this stage of developement.
The coal tit has enjoyed bathing during the very hot weather and continues to visit every day.
These delightful little passerines are so entertaining to watch and they are not shy.
They don't seem to mind my presence on the balcony when they visit me.
"The Selfish Gene"
A book written by Richard Dawkins in 1975 and I am enjoying the podcast sent to me by Eva as she knew I would be captivated by his voice explaining what the selfish gene means and I am finding his theory about gene competition and their ability to replicate themselves extremely interesting. It's much more than this of course and I can recomend the podcast, although I have only got to series four so far. I have been laid up with my back problem so listening to podcasts and taking photos of what I see on my balcony is all I could manage to do.
That's all! Have a good weekend.
I will be linking up to "Saterdays Critters" a most entertaining blog about all creatures great and small.
23 comments:
Dear Sonjia :)
You’ve taken some beautiful photos of the *Hoya carnosa*. It’s so lovely to see the nectar droplets dripping from the flowers. Yes, the buds are beautiful, too.
Great photos of the birds as well. Thanks for the book recommendation—I definitely need to read that one.
I’m so sorry to hear that your back is hurting. It’s good that you can listen to podcasts, take photos, and just rest.
I hope you feel better soon!
Sending you warm hugs.
Marit
I just learned a new word, Sonjia, and I will be seeking ways to use it! I, too, love the smell after rain has soaked the Earth. It smells of renewal for me, not decay. As for “The Selfish Gene” I consider it one of the important books of the twentieth century and it occupies space on my bookshelf, along with other works by Richard Dawkins. He does have a wonderful voice, doesn’t he? I bet you are properly seduced! Hugs and kisses - David
Oh, what beautiful and delightful captures!!!
The bathing coal tit is cute. The photos are great.
Have a nice weekend
Thanks, Petrichor is a new word for. Since Hoya is a house plat for us, I have never seen it flower. I wish you a special weekend, take care and be well.
I absolutely adore grey and blue tits! Hope you get some rain soon. It has been raining on and off here and I actually long for some sunshine :-)
Dear Sonjia,
Beautiful photos of the flowers and the birds.
The little tit in the last photo is my favorite.
I really hope it rains where you are and that the temperature drops.
It’s much cooler here today than it has been on other days, yesterday it was 20 degrees, but today it will be 14 degrees.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend.
All the best, Irma
Beautiful balcony captures, and what a great soundtrack The Selfish Gene makes for resting up. Feel better soon!
Hello,
this is my first visit to your blog, and I enjoyed discovering such a lovely mixture of nature, plants and observations here.
“Petrichor” is such an interesting word. I think it is wonderful that there are words for very particular experiences in nature that we may have known all our lives without ever knowing they had a name.
Your Hoya flowers are beautiful, especially in the close-up photographs. I had never really noticed how much nectar these delicate, almost wax-like flowers can produce. And your little Great Tit certainly seems to have decided that your balcony is a safe and reliable place to visit. It must be lovely to have such a cheerful visitor while you are unable to get out and about.
I hope your back improves soon and that before too long you will be able to enjoy nature beyond your balcony again. Until then, it seems nature is kind enough to come and visit you.
Warm greetings from a new reader,
Anette
Heh, that bathing bird is awesome. The bird is clearly enjoying itself.
Hello Sonjia,
I have learned a new word today, thanks for sharing word Petrichor and the Hoya flowers are pretty. I love your sweet little birds too.
I hope your back pain goes away. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great day and a happy weekend!
Lovely nature shots ~ favoritesHugs are the one of the little birds ~ so precious ~ Hugs ^_^
Ps ~ Thanks for your comment on my blog ~ ^_^
Bird photos and beautiful flowers...it doesn't get any better than that! Sweet hugs, Diane
Lovely photos. Nature is a great healer for us poor humans, is it not?
Amalia
xo
I have never seen these stunning booms before. They take my breath away. And the bird shots, as always, are darling!
We have been fortunate to have had some rain but many parts of the UK are still under drought conditions/warnings... it is very concerning.
I enjoyed seeing your photographs, and I hope you enjoy your weekend.
All the best Jan
Beautiful shots, Sonjia!
The Hoya blooms look amazing, and the little coal tit is adorable.
I hope you get some rain soon.
Take care of your back and enjoy the podcasts!
Dear Sonjia, I hadn’t heard the word "petrichor" before either, but I really love the scents that nature releases after the rain. We’ve had very little rain here over the last few months—just a few drops, it feels like—which is definitely not enough for the plants and the rivers. My husband and I spent a few days traveling in Germany (which explains my long break from leaving comments), where we enjoyed almost exclusively sunny—and, in this case, pleasantly warm—autumn weather. However, rain is now desperately needed.
Your *Hoya carnosa* blossoms—whether in full bloom or still as buds—look absolutely beautiful with their natural symmetry. The coal tit, fresh from its bath, looks so cute; I’m so glad it continues to visit you every day!
It’s wonderful that you’ve found a podcast that interests you—something you can listen to while back problems keep you housebound. I hope you feel better soon!
Wishing you a pleasant Sunday evening and a great week ahead!
All the best from Austria 🤗 and hugs from
Traude
Lovely photos of the birds and flowers. Petrichor is a favorite thing of mine!
Oh, I love this blooms, there are rememberings to my grandmother ❤️
Hello Dear Sonjia, thank you so for visiting me recently. I have had fun looking at all your super photos. The book by Richard Dawkins and his podcast sound very interesting. Thank you and have a wonderful continued good week. Hugs, Denise.
My hoya has not flowered in years. I don't think that it is happy with me. Love your bird bathing pics, Sonjia. Be well.
También me gusta el olor de la lluvia, sobre todo cuando llueve en verano. Preciosa la flor y los pájaros, son todo lo que me gusta. Un abrazo.
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