This is a small piece of a fresh Lions Mane mushroom I bought at a produce market last weekend. I was curious as I’ve only seen it before ground up in costly little bottles in health stores. I fried a bit in butter and liked it and added some to a stew I was making, also worked well. It’s said to be incredibly good for the brain & various other organs, but this might just be hype. Interesting looking critter though, and ca see how it got its name.

Elizabeth Blackadder - Cats and Wemyss watercolor

YES! 🙁

I spotted this gorgeous tree trunk while waiting for the bus yesterday. I think it’s a form of fig.

Looks as if today will be sunny. Good day for a walk in my lovely little local park.