Tag: bird-watching
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June 06, 2008 06:41 PM EDT --
We love birds. We can sit for hours watching our birdfeeder. When we moved into this house we were blessed with a pair of Sandhill Cranes that nested close to our yard. We watched the baby . . . more
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March 04, 2007 12:52 AM EST --
I had a quiet birthday on February 26th. I took the day off of work and took a long walk in the Del Rosa area of San Bernardino which butts up against the San Bernardino Mountains. I brought . . . more
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May 25, 2006 07:45 PM EDT --
Slowly, graceful wings
Softly touch the still water.
Peace on quiet lake.
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September 29, 2008 03:56 PM EDT --
Recently I had the good fortune of observing a little male ruby-throated hummingbird sitting on my butterfly bush just outside my screened porch. He was guarding his own personal food source (the . . . more
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July 02, 2007 02:05 PM EDT --
Two years ago, I observed a Great Blue Heron stalk frogs in the little pond out back. His patience was remarkable. He would stand statue-still for long periods of time, and then snap up his dinner in one . . . more
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March 03, 2008 08:04 PM EST --
Dipping
To feel the wind
Ruffle your feathered wings
Watching earth-sights loom to greet you
For joy
You fly
Over green fields
Dotted with live oak trees
Places to flit and dodge boldly . . . more
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August 14, 2007 08:45 PM EDT --
I wanted to say "welcome" to all group members!!! And thank you for joining my new group!
We are off to a good start with over 50 members and some great bird macro photos coming in!! . . . more
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June 28, 2008 06:02 PM EDT --
Went to a graduation party in Monticello, Minnesota.
The American Legion Post 60 hosted the little event (cake was sweet, the drinks were plentiful).
Outside the hall sat a sculpture . . . more
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July 19, 2007 04:57 PM EDT --
Locating Birds
Trying to locate a bird in a dense patch of trees or shrubs can be difficult with binoculars, especially for beginners.
Use your naked eyes and ears first. Look for movement and focus . . . more
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April 18, 2007 12:03 AM EDT --
Another cold, windy, drizzily night and as I sit down at my computer, with a piece of ricotta pie to keep me company, I think about today and the friendship that was born. Several weeks ago I commented . . . more
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February 29, 2008 08:31 AM EST --
Ok the member is still here what the heck is up with that?
anyone disgusted as i am please email support@gather.com and let them know you are not happy that an image thief is still on gather! . . . more
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September 21, 2008 06:54 PM EDT --
I had the most incrediable experience involving a hummingbird yesterday that I just have to share it with my Gather friends!!
I was sitting outside in my screened porch talking with my daughter . . . more
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June 20, 2008 06:03 PM EDT --
One of the best parts of spring is that I can open the windows. Along with the fresh air comes the added benefit that I can clearly hear the songbirds. The one that cannot be missed or mistaken is the . . . more
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May 15, 2006 11:00 AM EDT --
{12 photos, for those gathering on dial-up}
yesterday, for mother's day, we went down to my parents' farm. i've chronicled things i love there before, so this time i thought i'd share . . . more
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May 04, 2007 05:58 PM EDT --
This morning, as I went to refill my coffee cup, I happened to glance out the window at my birdfeeder. There was something foreign, distinctly mammalian and somewhat sinister lurking in the bottom tray. . . . more
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July 31, 2007 01:53 PM EDT --
Welcome Play on Words members and anyone who should happen on this story.
"What am I doing? Nothing. I am letting life rain upon me."
Rahel Varnhagen
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October 26, 2007 08:14 AM EDT --
Immature bald or golden eagle? Could you help me to idetify this young eagle?
From my web research it seems it is impossible or really difficult to identify juvenile bald and golden eagles without . . . more
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September 20, 2008 08:30 AM EDT --
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May 03, 2007 06:25 AM EDT --
I saw you this morning again
perched on the bird feeder in the yard
and I peeked at you
like an old friend
through my kitchen window
I stayed silent
knowing my presence
would frighten you
Yellow . . . more
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