The Lesson Of The Dove

There is something very peaceful about a [Mourning Dove](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mourning_dove). All the other birds were flying around us, but this dove just sat there so peacefully. Perhaps it is a meditating dove. I know I find I feel better when I take some time to clear my head and be more mindful. I’ll call this the lesson of the dove.

~ Rick

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It’s All Mine!!

I can hear this Chickadee: “All that good food and its mine!” I love to watch the birds come to the feeders to eat when its cold outdoors. It is January and for now, they will be visiting frequently. Sadly, grains are not good for you and me. Enjoy some protein today:).

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Crazy Weather

It was very cold last week, and now it is much warmer. I am so grateful when the temperature warms up .. it just makes me feel so much better. I guess this is typical winter in Ohio ... cold, then warmer, then cold. I’m ready for spring.

I took this photo a couple weeks ago. This is a Carolina Chickadee. They are super active right now. Enjoy!

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A Little Wren

This is the second time I photographed a Carolina Wren in recent weeks. This one was at a few feet from the Stillwater River.

Speaking of this species of wren, did you know ...

There are seven recognized subspecies across the range of these wrens and they differ slightly in song and appearance. The birds are generally inconspicuous, avoiding the open for extended periods of time. When out in the open, they investigate their surroundings and are rarely stationary. After finding a mate, pairs maintain a territory and stay together for several years. Both males and females give out alarm calls, but only males sing to advertise territory. Carolina wrens raise multiple broods during the summer breeding season, but can fall victim to brood parasitism by brown-headed cowbirds, among other species. Some populations have been affected by mercury contamination. Wikipedia

Now back to looking for more birds.

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Nuthatch Continued

Earlier this week I posted a photo of a White-brested Nuthatch. Recall that I was commenting about their grip and talons. Yesterday we were hiking and this nuthatch flew to this brick building and latched on to the brick. Very impressive.

After I published this blog post, I decided I needed to add a second photo I took of this nuthatch as he flew away. It’s not a perfect shot .. in fact, it just happed that I capture it. :)

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