Coniferous trees and snow are the hallmarks of the local landscape. Always beautiful, sometimes even whimsy.
Window on the world
Lucky to have a wonderful view of the wild birds that visit the feeders and hastily strewn peanuts at the side of the house. Their visits bring joy to each and every day.
February: winter’s showcase
As someone born in the month of sun and cold, I declare February to be winter's showcase month! Yes It's cold, but the combination of bright skies upon the snow-laden landscape is unmatched. Soon, spring will blanket the fields with green, and the lakes and rivers will flow again. But for now, snow cover allows …
Gargoyle Woes
My garden gargoyle Agnes is showing some winter whimsy, with her snow-capped head and shoulders. I wonder if she's dreaming of the coming spring, warm sunshine, and daffodils - I know I am!
Winter’s Hardships
Winter weather has enveloped wild horse country along with the cold tempatures and the snow has really started to accumulate. As the snow pack deepens it becomes more challenging for all the wildlife including the wild horses. Using their broad hooves, they must dig through the snow to find forage. In conditions like this […] via …
Picture Perfect Pose
This jay was quite enamoured with his/her cache. Such beautiful birds.
Lost toupee or squirrel, you decide
Song of the Suet Log
Some birds think they own the place 🙂
Blue Jays Rule the Local Roost
The jays have been busy this winter, scarfing up the peanuts as soon as I throw them out each morning. They've also taken to the new peanut/suet log feeder, to the chagrin of the woodpeckers who believe any and all suet feeders are theirs alone.
Woodpecker Happenings
Lots of woodpeckers have taken to the suet feeders over the last few weeks. Their human admirer has upgraded their previously boring suet cake feeder... to the more upscale and apparently supreme peanut / suet log.
The Northern Herper 
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