When I took Little Bit out first thing yesterday morning, at about 6:30, I stopped right outside the door. There was just enough light to see these three gourds sitting on our spool.
I knew right away which of my neighbors was responsible for such a nice surprise. Luckily I ran into her in the afternoon and was able to thank her.
Convenient timing, too. I had just moved the porch plants in, because, yes, 
Anyway, the porch looked bare. The gourds sure help.