These are the little acorns that have been clattering on the metal roof, creating quite a racket (despite their size) before tumbling to the ground. I've actually caught Brownie chowing down on a few of them, though Mr. Buck did such a fine job of scouring the yard yesterday there don't seem to be any left lying about - at least until the next wind- or rain-storm drops some.

And speaking of acorns, here's a recent page from my calendar:

 

And a few more calendar smiles: