I remember those rare summers as a kid, the ones when the cicadas came. They came in deafening swarms, littering the ground with their crunchy shells. And now they're here, right on schedule for their every-thirteen-years' appearance. They're pretty harmless, but they are really weird looking with blood red eyes and large clear wings. I found this one in a bucket of water.
I also captured a bit of the sound they make. Peter identified it as a leaf blower, but it's actually much louder and more alien-like. Also featured in this film is Nora's signature crawl. She's speedy!
Gotta love the cicadas! I wish I could see the video, but it said, "This video is private" when I clicked on play. Any ideas?
ReplyDeleteI fixed it. Sorry about that.
ReplyDeleteNora is a little scooter like Elodie was! Elodie didn't learn to actually crawl on both knees and her hands until she was 2 and tring to play wild animals with Xander. She scooted around on her bum, just like Nora does! So cute!
ReplyDeleteA little eerie, those cicadas! But so fun for little boys! Nora's signature crawl-- very cute.
ReplyDeleteLove that crawl! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI remember our first cicada season in Virginia. I discovered their shells on the bushes outside and sent the boys out to collect as many as they could for show and tell. I am sure everyone got a laugh over the new kids on the block! I also remember how dumb they are when then are flying and would fly right into you. Creepy!
ReplyDeleteThe Virginia cicadas only come once every 17 years. You have a quicker variety! The boys will always remember that. Thanks for giving us a shot of Nora's darling crawl. Very cute!
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