Yesterday was one of those days that makes life worth living and put a smile on your face that remains for hours. So many little things happened that the big things were forgotten. And it all started with a visit with Dad.
When back in our driveway a bird of prey was circling about a mile away and while the picture isn’t the best it does show the bald eagle soaring high above. The eagle never got closer which made me wish for a longer lens.
A cardinal was out and about and agreed to pose for a few shots, as long as it didn’t take too long. I’m happy with the results as he was a bright spot on a cloudy day.
And the icing on the cake was witnessing the return of the American white pelican. Over a mile away and following the river these large birds were a sight to see. With a body over 4 foot long and wingspan of 9 feet they are graceful in flight, and winter in South America. And yes, it’s hard to see mostly white birds when the sky is full of white clouds.
With all that going on, brush still got cut and the chores done. Later, while having a burrito the size of sub sandwich, I decided a day couldn’t get much better than that.
We’ll see what happens today and try to get more pictures of something other than a cardinal. Enjoy our Wednesday as we will. Now for some more coffee before going back out.
Comments are always welcome.
Just Cruisin 2 
My two fave subjects you post are your talks with your Dad and all the birds and wildlife you share in pic’s. Not that I don’t like other subjects, but those are the 2 best ones.
I’d sure love to see all those pelicans flying in formation. It’s amazing that they winter in S. America too. Bet they take a few breaks on the flight down there and seeing them landing on a body of water has to be spectacular!!!
Temps in the 50’s through Fri and the weekend brings temps in the 30’s~Ma Nature can’t make up her mind apparently. I’m sick of it being cold.
Enjoy your Wednesday and maybe you could give the feral cats a treat on me LOL
Mamabear,
thank you. Sometimes I get lucky with the camera and get a good shot our two. I imagine the pelicans take breaks, especially if they have little ones along. Our temps have been up and down also and the weekends have been the worst. We’re enjoying the day but think we’ll hold off on a treat or we’ll have to start calling Mama cat Fat cat. She has put on weight over the winter.