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BIRDING ON THE LAKE

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A GLIMPSE OF WHERE WE'RE STAYING RIGHT NOW FOR THAT'S MY WORLD ON  TUESDAY 

AND WATERY WEDNESDAY (click the links to see watery posts from around the world (most of them with more water than we have right now!)

There's not much water left on our (no)Lake, but the shore birds love it. Easy pickings!  This was the afternoon view from our window most days last week — the water has gone down since then and the egrets have moved on to a slightly deeper spot.

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Whenever the sun comes out, even briefly, the perching birds come out to eat and play before the next shower.

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We like to go outside between the showers too!  Being able to do that is one of the joys of our leisurely life.  Those sunny periods never seemed to happen during regular working hours.     

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20 responses to “BIRDING ON THE LAKE”

  1. Francisca

    You’ve reminded me, I need to feed the birds still. It’s a daily ritual in our house – we live in a bird sanctuary – one my sweetheart usually does, but I take over when he’s not here. I could live in your world at this spot. Egrets are so graceful to watch, and you sure got yourself a… what… a gaggle… no that’s geese… a flock? 😀

  2. Faythe -GrammyMouseTails

    we love watching & feeding the birds too. We do not have water out side the house (unless it is bad, like flooding!) I love the blue bird. We have yet to see one. we occ see the water birds in the many marshy areas & around the rivers & small lakes. I never seem to have my camera with when some exciting is out there! poo!
    I am visiting from watery wed. have a great week!

  3. donna

    It seems that you always have the best views, no matter where you are in the country. That just proves….it’s a beautiful country.
    I enlarged the two smaller bird photos and still can’t identify them. I’m guessing that the blue one is not a bluebird. That would be too easy.
    Hope you’ve had a good Wednesday, my blogger friend who is always on the go.
    donna

  4. Janis

    Bird watching is magical. Great shots

  5. Magical Mystical Teacher

    ODE TO WATER
    Water seekers cannot get
    Too much moisture, too much wet;
    Though they seek both far and wide,
    They will not be satisfied
    Till their eyes behold a place
    Filled with water, every space;
    Lovely stuff, that H2O—
    Water, water let it flow!
    © 2010 by Magical Mystical Teacher

  6. Lynette

    These are terrific bird shots…how wonderful to have a view like that from your window!

  7. luna miranda

    marvelous bird shots. the blue one is delightful.

  8. Ebie

    I still could see water, cause the reflections of your egrets are very clear! It would be fun seeing these birds!

  9. lynda

    Ha..that is what Tony and l are enjoying about him being retired and. me self employed..we can go out when the sun shines or if it snow comes go on a sledge!…when everyone else is working!x

  10. sky and earth

    I like these birds, expecially the blue one. Here we don’t have blue birds. Thanky for sharing your world.
    Have a good week
    Elfe

  11. Pam

    The lake may be short of water but its got enough for these beautiful birds to enjoy natures bounty. The lovely Blue bird is a special treat to see. Thanks for sharing the beauty, Sallie.
    be well, be happy ;o)

  12. diane

    Watching birds is a relaxing past time and you have some pretty ones here.

  13. Hazel

    Magical moments-what a scene to step out to!

  14. Celine

    Fabulous. What a lovely scene from your window…and so many birds!

  15. Lady Fi

    What a lovely shot of all the birds on your marshy lake!

  16. Photo Cache

    What a sight! I wish I had more time bird watching. Enjoy your week.

  17. Margot

    What a wonderful selection of birds – and right outside your window. Such a beautiful area you are in.

  18. Rajesh

    Beautiful birds. The blue color bird is fantastic.

  19. Sylvia Kirkwood

    Always fun watching them play! Great post and photos, Sallie! Hope your week is off to a great start!
    Sylvia

  20. J Bar

    Birdwatching must be relaxing.

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