Ibises tolerate humans fairly well and are actually are quite cute once you get past their funny-looking beaks. There is a limit, however, to how closely they want to associate with people. They do keep a wary eye and walk away if we get too close, so we always maintain a respectful distance. We alsoContinue reading “Ibish”
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Of Orchids and Goldilocks
A kindly Asian lady at the Market of Marion shared her knowledge of caring for orchids and then helped find the one that was right for us. The first one was too big, the next was too small, then she said: “I know just what your looking for,” and led us to this beauty. Indeed,Continue reading “Of Orchids and Goldilocks”
Bloomin’ Trees
The light green and golden hues of the oak trees shed more than just colorful light. Pollen is also raining down from these trees that are in full spring bloom. Yellow powder coats the walks, decks, and cars that are outside, and also indiscriminately drifts about to disturb the linings of our eyes and sinuses.Continue reading “Bloomin’ Trees”
March Hares?
Maybe these are hares, maybe they are rabbits but either way, these bunnies do not appear to be “mad” and seem quite at home on our doorstep. #hare #rabbit #bunny #marchhare
“Metalican”
Cedar Key residents have interesting ways of displaying their affection for the local, non-human citizens. One resident created this sculpture of a white pelican standing atop a faux pier piling and sporting a green fish that it has yet to devour. It was an eye-catching tribute that seemed pleasing to all except, perhaps to theContinue reading ““Metalican””
Going for Gold
They arrived around Christmas, little birds dull brown in color. They were distinguishable only by their wing markings. As spring begins to unfold, their colors are changing, and hints of the the gold colors, for which they are known, are appearing. In a couple more weeks they will have their full coat of yellow feathersContinue reading “Going for Gold”
Candles and Sunlight
The setting sun enlightened decorative candles and faux orchids on the dining room table, captivating the scene for a few brief, delightful moments. #orchid #candles #february #sunset
Fairies in February
A full moon peaked between branches in the west before setting at dawn. Shortly, the sun rose in the east and showered streamers of light through the windows. One of the streamers spotlighted this Fairy just outside its home. It seems that late February brings just the right sun position to catch Fairies at playContinue reading “Fairies in February”
Sly Moon
This morning I just had to get a photo of the moon before it set. It was only one day past full but didn’t appear as large as it normally would since it is at apogee, the farthest from earth during its orbit. Its secondary image can be seen in the center of the largeContinue reading “Sly Moon”
An After Breakfast Still Life
After the breakfast dishes were cleared from the table I had a little free time before we went for our morning walk, so I did what I usually do. When we returned from the walk, this scene caught my eye. Typical. #ukulele #breakfast #morning #walk
