Squirrel Darlings

We were recently graced with the presence of 2 squirrels on our deck at the same time, albeit full of noisy chattering and posturing in between chasing chipmunks. This young one got really close to me, allowing me to wallow in her perfection.

Look at this exquisitely magnificent, gorgeous tail

The other squirrel is well known to us, with a deep fork in her tail. She's molting and is more grey and disheveled-looking by comparison with this sleek newcomer to the perils of outdoor life.