"Thanks for the ID. I tried to get a closer shot but every time I got near the little guy he would take off."

"Thanks, I can't imagine how anybody gets across that creek with out getting wet. I was glad nobody was around to witness my embarrassing moment.:o)"

"Don't feel like the lone ranger over there with everything mostly wet. You've had plenty of company over the years at this very location! #30 may be one of the biggest surprises found by those intent on getting there for the night."

"This is probably a Spring Azure (Celastrina ladon). Male."

"Your ID as hepatica is correct. These come in a variety of colors--white, pink and lavendar (as here) are normal."