Lets look at some wildflowers. I just noticed most of them are white. I'll get more colorful ones next time.
These little honey's are Speedwells. Less than 1/2" in size, close to the ground, and looking like teeny Pansies.

I believe this is a member of the Toothwort family. Another shot of the same flower. We have lots of this plant on our trails.

Lots of Trilliums.

White Violets everywhere. Some mixed in with the Blue ones too.

The Marsh Marigold/ Cowslip has all faded now. This was taken about 2 weeks ago.

Not a wildflower, but we've already had 3 cuttings from our Asparagus patch.

It's raining here tonight ( Wednesday), and maybe some sun tomorrow. Have a wonderful day.

This, That, and the Other

We stopped at a beautiful Amish greenhouse yesterday afternoon. This is the view you see as you drive down the entrance. There is a gorgeous log home, barns, and a big pond. In the winter they process deer meat. They have 6 greenhouses with everything you could ever want. I know it's early, but I bought 3 Patio tomatoes, a hanging Tom Thumb tomato for my greenhouse, and a hanging Lobelia. When the weather settles down we'll go back. I would have taken lots of pictures, but didn't think I should. Out back of the log home, is this cool bird feeder. I think we could fashion something similar from an old childs swing set. I'll be looking into this.

This is the other picture I got of the Fox. He stayed for a minute, and then some birds began chasing him. Boy can he run. I think he also lost what he had caught. White crowned Sparrow and a House Finch in our back yard.

Grey Catbird down on our Creek trail. They have a nest nearby, but I haven't found it yet.

I'm still watching that big nest up the road. Today there was a bird sitting near the nest. I can't get closer, but I still think it's a Red-tailed Hawk.

The Rose breasted Grosbeak has been here every day. Can you see me now?

No sign of the Mrs. yet.

Mrs. Baltimore Oriole will stop by the hummer feeder for a taste.

Up hill and down dale.

and yet another victim of the heavy winter snows.

I'll post some of my recent wildflower shots tomorrow.

Ruby Tuesday

For Ruby Tuesday we were lucky to see this RED Fox. We were driving by a large field this morning when we came upon this RED fox hunting. I didn't realize until I uploaded the picture he had caught something. This fox seems to be in very good condition, but most of the other ones I've seen have been rather scraggy.
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Another busy day

Another busy day. Gorgeous weather although a wee bit chilly, but as long as the sun is out it really doesn't matter.
My camera worked over time as there was just so much to photograph.
First this Brown Thrasher made a brief visit. I had seen one in late May last year and that one came to the feeder. Around 7:30 last evening my neighbor Carol across the road called me and said there was a Bald Eagle watching me from our back yard. I was at the computer, and looked out the window, and there he was in back of our barn. Carol's son Michael said he heard a branch snap, and then saw the Eagle swoop down toward my chickens. I bet that scared them to death. This first shot is taken later after he flew down the creek farther and landed in this tree with the leaves.

What a regal sight. They truly are a magnificent bird.

On the creek trail there are Violets everywhere.

Blue and white. I know where there are some yellow ones, and I'll try to find them again.

A pair of Mallard ducks saw me and swam away.

I'm not sure what these are, but I liked them, and they become white berries later.

Leeks.

I heard a familiar song of the Grey Catbird.

Lots of Macintosh Apple blossoms. I hope we don't get a freeze now. My lilacs are budded too. They're my favorite and I surely don't want to lose them.

Mr. Red-winged Blackbird warning everybody that Azrael is on the prowl..

More visitors to the feeders Sunday was a pair of White -crowned Sparrows. I'm still waiting for the White -throated sparrows to show up. Should be any day now.

I spotted this Mourning Dove early in the day. I'm almost sure it has been attacked by something... Azrael? ? Anyway it looks pretty sad, and I'm not sure it will make it. There seems to be a small hole in the side of the face just below the eye, and will no doubt lead to infection. I'll be on the look-out for it again.

That's all for now. Yesterday was pretty busy also with some weed pulling, grass trimming and branches being pruned.

Have a great start to the week, and don't forget to take at least one picture today.

STRAIGHT OUT OF THE CAMERA SUNDAY

Around here the woods flowers are beginning to appear.
This SOOC flower is called Spring Beauty. There are lots around here.
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Busy Saturday

Last week we had lunch with Gary's Aunt Sally at this delightful little restaurant. The inside is very rustic and so interesting to see all the animals and birds along the walls.

This huge Elk was above our table.

Each table has a galvanized bucket made into a lamp. There are booths and also tables.

In the corner is a working wood stove for those cold days. Hopefully those are gone for this season!

This Raccoon appears to be taking a nap. LOL

Benches on which to sit while you're waiting for a table. They are VERY busy!

These coach lights are by each doorway.

The food is delicious, and the waitresses are super friendly. We can't wait to go back. I didn't get pictures of the really cool chairs that were at the food bar. They are logs, about 6 ft. long, split in half lengthwise, legs cut in the bottom, a seat cut in the front, and on the backs of each chair are carvings of animals.

Out and about today we came across a herd of Scottish Belted Galloway cattle. This mama and baby. How cute is this? You could call them the Oreo cattle...

The weather was absolutely beautiful today, but a little cool. The trees and bushes are sending out their leaves. Flowers blooming at a slow rate, but blooming just the same. After all it is only early May. I guess we'd better not rush this spring, but enjoy each new day as it begins.

I saw my first White Crowned Sparrow this morning, but by the time I got my camera, it was gone. I'm sure it will be back.

More Catch-up

I do need to catch-up. We're excited because my Bantam Silkie hen is setting on 6 eggs. I have her by herself in a special pen. It's been 3 days now, and the chicks should hatch by May 20th. give or take a day . I'll keep you posted. All the eggs aren't hers, but she doesn't mind being mama to all of them.

Mrs. Downey woodpecker is around the area now.

She's not sure who is watching her.

Dandelions really are pretty.

Just another old barn I liked.

This house is not far from where we used to live, and was over 100 years old 30 years ago. They have lots of different kinds of sheep.

These 3 escapees were getting better grass.

This Canada goose has this pond all to itself. I bet there is a mate somewhere close.

It's raining here tonight, and cold. It's not supposed to warm up for a few days.