Welcome to My Blog
This blog is where I’ll share with you what I’m seeing in our yard, around our small lake, and when we travel—anything related to birds, wildlife, and plants. And also occasionally share with you what philosophical question is on my mind while I am outside watching the clouds drift by. Or if something strikes me as really funny!
I’d love to hear from you as well – what you are observing and thinking. Whether you have an observation or photo to share or have a question, please click on the button “Share Your Thoughts”.
I don’t follow a strict blogging schedule, but I generally post every 7-10 days—sometimes more often. Let’s enjoy nature together!
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21DecRead More
Pileated Woodpecker! And a dead tree…….
Yesterday, Cleon stood at the window and watched a Pileated Woodpecker fly through the birdfeeder cam viewing area twice. It landed on an almost dead tree outside the viewing area for a few minutes, then took off. So when you are watching the live-stream, look for it. You cannot miss it! Unfortunately, these woodpeckers have […]
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15DecRead More
Why do birds often stand on one leg?
And for long periods of time? Birds like Mallards and Flamingoes will often sleep standing on one leg. The Boat-tailed Grackle pictured here is one from the video I posted (click on Videos on the left side of the page). Notice how comfortable he looks standing on just one leg – and he stood like […]
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11DecRead More
Happy winter to all of you!
We decorated around the birdfeeders – you can see our efforts on the birdfeeder cam. I channeled my Inner Crow! These are not holiday or Christmas decorations, but winter decorations. I know it is still fall until the winter solstice on December 21, but believe me when I tell you that is a technicality! It […]
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03DecRead More
Adding Videos and…. What Bird Were We Surprised Not to See in North Carolina?
I have added more videos to this website. If you have yet to watch any, just go to the website menu on the homepage and click on ‘Videos’. The list will come up and just click on the title of the video you would like to watch. Turn up your volume as they all have […]
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27NovRead More
Birding in The Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
Beautiful day with only a slight breeze. Sunny. 45 – brisk! To begin, just where is The Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge and what is it like? The Alligator River NWR is on the easternmost point of the mainland of North Carolina. The Alligator River is the western border of this refuge. What is this […]