The Pampered Pillars

I have neglected to inform you all, because of fear that my ruthless neighbors might again create the demise of my lovely little caterpillars. However, after a second visit from Mrs. Black Swallowtail Butterfly!!! There are 4 new pillars! They began at five, however Wilber, the smallest did not make it, and we were sorry to see him pass on. His four brothers and sisters, have flourished though, and for that I am grateful. The plant seems to be doing quite well under the duress of keeping the four little bodies alive... or not so little!

In one of these, the tiny little fellow actually reared his hilarious yellow horns at me! It was the intention however, since they are quite amusing when they pretend they are vicious, bobbing their heads to and fro like tiny snakes. It is enjoyable to watch and mom spent some time tonight telling the pillars to stop pooing on the table in the kitchen because she's constantly cleaning it up. Looks like pepper grains, but still, funny hearing her banter with caterpillars. Should be doing some work in the garden tomorrow, check on the strange melons and trim the front hedges as well as taking some new pictures so you guys can see the self cultivated flowers. Until then, enjoy the little guys.