Yesterday morning, hubby and I went on an impromptu date to nearby Smith-Gilbert Gardens.
My hope was to get a few Butterfly photos and maybe a Hummingbird or two…and both of these hopes were granted.
This Zebra Longwing (one of my favorites) obliged me by lounging on leaves…
…and feasting on flowers.
He was particularly fond of the Lantana.
A handful of Hummingbirds were also buzzing about.
Some positioned themselves on perches, guarding their territory…
…while others were busy partaking of the flower nectar.
These delightful darters are enjoyable to watch, though difficult to capture in a non-blurry photo.
As always, my hubby patiently toted my camera bag and waited in the summer sun while I snapped pictures. To say I had a hot date would be doubly true!
Backyard Bird Nerd 
Love the hummer with his head entirely in the flower! Your husband is a keeper!
He is a good sport!
What a lovely way to spend a “hot date”!
Indeed! Agreed!
What an unusual butterfly and such beautiful photographs. Hummingbirds too! You are very lucky with all the amazing wildlife you have near you.
The beauty is a blessing for sure!
These are all wonderful. Such beauty
Those hummingbird pics are amazing!
They are fascinating to watch.
Pretty captures!
You made my day! I simply love your pics! 🦋🦋🦋
Well…now you made my day! Thanks for the kind words. 🙂