First Sunflower of the Season starts to open August 21

Yesterday, the first of the six Russian mammoth sunflowers that have grown in our yard started to open its flower.  The one closest to the house has the largest (twisted) stem, but isn't ready to flower yet.  Looking forward to some nice blooms from the ones planted further from the house.  I have two in pots in the back yard, but they are behind in development of the two tall ones in the front yard.

We also made the last pies of the season yesterday as well.  We've made about 15 apple pies the last few days and delivered 8 to various friends these past few days.  Definitely not something you want to gorge yourself on for a few days!

tiny blueberry pie for left over crust