This Solitary Sandpiper was found just down the road from my home…methodically wading through some backwater shallow pools, looking for insects or amphibians that would make up an early breakfast. I love watching a wading bird work…if it doesn’t give you reason to relax, chill out, and just zen a little bit, something is out … Read more
We have a fairly abundant colony of gray squirrels in the backyard. For the most part they are well behaved although there is one or two that are sometimes overly adventurous. They’ll work their way down the smallest of branches hoping to make that final leap to a protected feeder. This one in the photograph … 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
Having an Indigo Bunting show up in your backyard is kind of a rush to be honest. At one point we counted five of them rummaging in the grass. Thing is, they have rarely if ever given me a good opportunity for a photograph. Many do not care to use the feeders or sit on … Read more
“When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.” ~ Jimi Hendrix