Well, this summer is starting to fray around the edges. Last Saturday, we decided to take ourselves—and our parrot, Kuno—for a walk while the late-summer air was still warm.

Like most psittacines, Kuno delights in chewing stuff. Like his carrier. (The inside is becoming quite frayed.)

Below, more end-of-summer scenes from our little family outing.

Even the bees are tired. Here’s one sleeping (yes, they do!). Thanks to kayaking pal, Ivy, for this photo she took in her garden. Shhhhhh.