Today: Butterfly in the sky.

[tweetmeme source=”elizabethev” only_single=false]Or inside.  Either way, they’re pretty.  Nick and I took a road trip in the rain to Westford to check out The Butterfly Place.  I bought an Eversave voucher for discounted tickets, but forgot to print it (minor details), so I shelled out the cash for full price admission.  I wasn’t sure what to expect, since the gift shop at the entrance seemed to be overrun with children buying “hatch your own butterfly kits,” but I was encouraged by all the full grown adults coming and going with camera equipment.

When we entered the butterfly flight area, we were immediately surrounded by the most beautiful butterflies I have ever seen.  The space is akin to a greenhouse, with temperatures kept between 80-85 degrees (my hair instantly frizzed into Cape-hair), and tall ceilings.  There are paths that meander through butterfly bushes, flowers and greenery… and some sort of chicken coop thing (for some cute little bird that is definitely not a chicken).  For the record, I totally tried to get butterflies to land on my hand, but to no avail.  I left the flowers alone.

Once the fog cleared from my lens, I started taking photos at random.  Fortunately a few turned out pretty well.  Including this one of someone’s bum.

Here are a few non-rear views, complete with some serious wing flapping.

I liked that yellow one best.  Nick doesn’t seem amused, however.

After we checked our persons for hitchhikers, we hit the road again.

None of the butterflies tried to escape, so that probably means they’re happy there. I can’t say I blame them; it’s a pretty cool place.

Also On Tap for Today:

• A quick stroll on the beach in the rain
• Food shopping at my favorite Whole Foods
• Dinner at Franklin Cafe