More death and destruction

Sumacs will take over if you let 'em. They're nicer about it than the multiflora, but they're just as determined. Happily, it's pretty easy to pull 'em out by the roots. The roots snake all over the land, and the process would make me sad if we had a "lawn" or anything that we're growing on purpose, but for now, it's all good.

Hail the conquering hero:

Conundrum

If the enemy of my enemy is my friend, is this deer my friend? I find it a challenge to believe that, but there she was, chewing on the sumac. Anyone who helps me contain the menace of sumac, well, I have to love. Okay deer, here's the deal: You eat the sumac and I won't hang bars of stinky soap in the orchard for you to nibble on. But we're going to have trouble if you go after the apples...