A day late and a dollar short as usual. Saturday was National Hummingbird Day. I know, they have a day for everything now…but this one was timely as we watched an array of little birds buzzing around the backyard. They are almost in constant motion now. The resident bossy male is working constantly to protect … Read more
Summer time is a busy time for me due to our various seasonal businesses. This means I’m on the phone or computer a lot more helping customers…but I still take time out for a lunch break. And usually I’m not alone. Sometimes I’ll go out back and snap a few shots off of my most … Read more
I have to hand it to my old buddy the Redbird. He’s been putting in overtime to keep his family well fed. I’ve mentioned before how unimpressed I was with the guy when the female was doing all the work putting the nest together. She was absolutely diligent in her nest building business…and she has … Read more
If I must confess, I have a few bias’s in the backyard. I won’t admit to an outright favorite bird because I wouldn’t want to offend any of them. They are all greatly appreciated. But when it comes to outright, stunning beauty…the Redhead would be star. Flying, or in repose, they bring a color and … Read more
April showers bring May flowers they say. The rains also sprout a wealth of greenery to the landscape which one notices and appreciates more because of the dullness of winter. The other thing I love about spring is the return of the warm weather birds…and the Oriole would top that list. They compliment the spring … Read more
