Speckled Wood

Today's the day ....................... to hold a butterfly

There we were in the garden - late afternoon in the sun - sipping some of Will's elderflower wine as an aperitif before our evening meal. when this little beauty flew by - into the summerhouse.

Perhaps it was seeking shade, because it was still pretty hot out there?  I'm sure it realised right away that it was a big mistake.  But where was the way out?  It must have been very confusing and I felt it needed a bit of help.  So - a quick picture and then I gently cupped it in my hands, took it outside and let it fly away when it was ready.

A magic moment ........................ !