Uncategorized – Eskildoodle Photos and Feelings

Over and Over

Crimson clover covered field after field with bright bursts of color on the slopes and plains of Oregon farmlands. It was a soothing sight that was as captivating to the eye as a similarly named 1960’s song was to the ear. #crimsonclover #crimsonandclover #farmland #oregon

Peeper Keeper

In the morning light, a momma duck and her and offspring swam warily along the shore. She quacked softly to her little ones who hurriedly followed, peeping all the way. #duck #momma #ducklings #quacking #peeping #mallards

Maxi Mouse

It looked like a giant, aquatic mouse as it swam and nibbled its way about the pond. However, extending nearly 36 inches from the snout to the tip of its rat-like tail, it is hardly a mouse; it is a nutria, a very big rodent. Still, I like to think of it as “Maxi Mouse.”Continue reading “Maxi Mouse”

Hopping for a Better Shot

A squirrel posed on a warty growth on a tree with its tail pointing upward, curved like a question mark. It was fitting since we refer to this particular lump as the “whatzit” since we don’t really know what it is. I wanted to get its photo in that pose, but at the last minuteContinue reading “Hopping for a Better Shot”

Cents-less

So, we no longer make cents. Minting of pennies ended last year in the U.S. since it cost about four cents to make one of them. I felt a little sad; I have been collecting them since I was a kid. Also, it may mean making more nickels (worth five of something that is destinedContinue reading “Cents-less”

For Goodness Snakes

This sleek little slitherin’ serpent posed long enough to stick out its tongue at me as I took its photo. It is said that they do this to “pick up scent particles in the air.” Well, for goodness sakes, did the little critter smell me or taste me? Either way, it is welcome back anytimeContinue reading “For Goodness Snakes”

Twitterpated Pliliated

The loud, raucous call of an agitated piliated woodpecker drew our attention to a nearby tree where both it and a red-shouldered hawk were perched. The woodpecker was intent on harassing the hawk, which held its ground, seemingly unruffled. The confrontation was understandable in light of the fact that the hawk eats small critters includingContinue reading “Twitterpated Pliliated”

Primary Plumeria

We carted the plumeria plant into the house several times during freezing weather this past winter along with a hitchhiking lizard, and both survived in relative comfort. We were rewarded with these blooms yesterday morning, and can hardly wait for more. The lizard was unavailable for comment. #plumeria #primaryplumeria

Lining for the Nest

I hustled to the closet to fetch the camera after spotting this flycatcher gathering soft, fuzzy lining material for its nest. To my surprise, it lingered long enough to get this photo and even seemed to pose. I wish it and its family well, with many happy returns. #greatcrestedflycatcher #nesting #stuffings #bird

Gloomsday Scenario

Multiple layers of clouds racing different directions gave grudging glimpses of the sun through the early morning. An approaching cold front seemed destined to wring water out or the heavy, damp air, with some estimates of up to three inches of rainfall. Just after noon, gusty winds roared through showering the yards and streets withContinue reading “Gloomsday Scenario”