Prior to the rain, I was able to sneak the family out to our one acre redwood forest. Because of the impending rain, it was very pleasant to be outside - and I heard no griping from the kidlets about being forced "into the woods."

Here's what we found:

A handsome man and a cute little monster:

A scary bush that didn't look too scary:

A pretty flower:

Some scary little critters:

And some tired mutts:

It was a nice day had by all. Thanks Mother Nature for the great show :o).