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Inspired by Dogs & Nature
When I was growing up in northern Illinois, seeing an American Robin was considered the first sign of Spring. Here, in south-central Illinois, it’s not odd to see an occasional Robin throughout the winter months. In fact, yesterday I spotted this lovely: I know… Continue Reading “Iconic Sign: Spring is On It’s way”
This Mourning Doves is the images of tranquility, even during the very cold chill of winter. … … I took these photos out my office window, where we feed the birds on the office patio. Warmer weather is coming! Tomorrow will finally be above freezing.
I am happy to share images of a few colorful birds that brought a bit of pizzazz to an otherwise fairly brown winter day, here. This handsome male Northern Cardinal decided to perched a bit more outside of his typical preference of shrubby cover.… Continue Reading “A Little Splash of Color”
After a few weeks, I finally had the time to get out and about on our property to see what’s going on! Due to other business constraints, I felt sad that I missed the tail end of the Fall migration during which time there… Continue Reading “Winter Residents”
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving in my country. It’s a time for reflection and focus upon everything for which I am grateful. Gratitude. I am grateful, oh so grateful, that I am surrounded by Nature and all Her Brilliance, curious shapes, and interesting strategies to support… Continue Reading “Gratitude”
I’m not always the biggest fan of Social Media. However, I’ve learned that it’s possible to put filters on the information that I receive (to at least some level of control.) One can’t prevent being exposed to content that is just plain bad for… Continue Reading “Following My Passion”
Here’s a small study of the backside of the birds I’ve been observing recently. On a normal day, I’d be a bit disappointed when I don’t catch a bird facing the lens. However, I actually find these photos quite interesting. I’ve always felt that… Continue Reading “A Different Perspective”
A Milkweed Pod – releasing the future generation A Monarch Butterfly Feasts on the Sweetness of a Rotting Apple Milkweed Seeds Await a Lift on the Next Breeze Goldenrod Washes Its Hue Across the Fields Pennsylvania Leatherwing Beetles on Late Flowering Thoroughwort Cheerful Sunflower… Continue Reading “Nature’s September Brilliance”
Migration is underway. Birds that spent their summer raising chicks in places as far as northern Canada are stopping by for a bit of rest and a good meal as they continue on their journey to warmer climates. Fortunately, we can offer those accommodations.… Continue Reading “Recent Visitors”
Don’t worry little one. Soon you will be the most handsome bird in the meadow. Tammie Rogers This is a juvenile Indigo Bunting. His magnificent indigo blue feathers are just coming in underneath the drab brown feathers in which he was fledged. . .… Continue Reading “Ugly Ducking”
