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I had the pleasure of this little visitor yesterday afternoon - although he didn't stay around for long.  I think this is a male Autumn Meadowhawk.  He is a smaller dragonfly with a red body and iridescent wings.  He rested on my knee for close to a minute then flew away.  It was a nice calming visit with nature that I really enjoyed.

The largest of all North American butterflies paid a visit to our garden yesterday. It was in an awkward spot for me to capture with my phone.  I tried to get in closer but disturbed its rest and it flew away.  

They are beautiful and graceful and are attractive in the garden.  Although I have ferns growing in a sunny section of my garden with flowering plants, I especially enjoy them in the shady section where it's varying shades of green.   The ferns in my garden are native to this area (ostrich fern) and they inspired this pendant necklace. This pieces features hand cut copper and an embellished fern image preserved in resin.  It's listed here.