Swans, Ferns & Chocolate

For those wondering if the Swans succeeded in claiming their nest …

In the last 2 pictures Mr. Swan joined Mrs. Swan in the nest and I think he is flirting with her … not sure what she is doing - you think he woke her up??

Next …. the ferns are starting to emerge and these pictures are great!  They look like little creatures …

 

Lastly, anyone who has ever tried to make chocolate covered strawberries knows the frustation of getting the technique right so the end product looks appetizing and not all messy!!  I read this tip not long ago and it actually makes the job FUN!  Keep the stems on the strawberries and grab the berry by the stem, melt your chocolate and swirl the berry around covering as much as  you want while holding the stem …

  Yum!  Wait for the chocolate to harden and you can cut the stem off or just leave it on!!!