During the winter of 2012 we had a visit from “Missy the Ladybug.” She vacationed for several weeks in our upstairs bath. She somehow escaped all the perils of the room, and managed to thrive, until one day she found a new abode. You can read Missy’s story here: Missy the Ladybug.

This year we have her sister, or is that her cousin, residing on my windowsill basil plant. I think I heard her whisper that her name was Mindy. Mindy has made herself right at home. She even seemed impressed with my stained glass angel.

I love the close-up photographs of Mindy I was able to take.

Whoever knew a ladybug had such an adorable face?

Finally she had enough of my attention, turned around, and walked away. I saw her later taking a nap, using the basil leaves much like a beach umbrella to escape the noontime rays of the sun.

Sleep tight Mindy!

*All artists and crafters are welcome to use these photographs of Mindy and Missy as reference for paintings and other projects.