Intrude I had previously been to the North Carolina Museum of Art, which has an excellent collection, is free to the public, and is staffed by volunteers, including the grounds keeping, and thus on a recent stay in the area, I was not sure I would stop again. ...
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Canadian Geese It is not uncommon, in New England, to spy flocks of geese, especially in the autumn, stopping by for a quick bite to eat, on their way south. This particular group amused me with their choice of dinner; I know I am being silly, perhaps they were in a...
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Kate’s Bear Kate has been wanting to see a bear and a moose in the yard, in Maine. According to those in the know, there is no reason why they both should not show up one day; until then she has taken her bear, not Pooh with whom she has a true...
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The Lost Bird Sculptures by Todd McGrain Sculptures Located in Audubon, Pennsylvania, the John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove, is a National Historic Landmark. An artist and naturalist, Audubon’s home is nestled in a park, with great walking trails where nature can be observed and enjoyed. Upon entering, the first...
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A Deer in the Backyard We know they are out there. We have seen deer in the forest, across the river, and on a few occasions caught a rushing glimpse, of a small heard running across the property, mostly too late at night, to photograph them. But last week, Kate suddenly looked...
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The Charming Cows Are Enchanting! Yes, I am going to use the words charming and enchanting to describe this herd of cows, because they truly were charming and enchanting! I pulled over, to the side of the road, and they took notice; perhaps because so many were with their calves...
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A Turtle Crossing the Road – In the Everglades We had spent the day in the Everglades, enjoying one of our nation’s finest parks, when we happened to spot this fellow crossing the road. He seemed undisturbed by us, and was a fine end to a lovely day. A funny looking...
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The Morpho Peleides Or The Brilliant Blue Butterfly! We were invited to spend a perfect Sunday afternoon, at The Fairchild Garden, by our dear friends; most assuredly, In The Garden, shall soon radiate with snaps of this Edenic paradise. However the breathtaking flora was accompanied by some rather marvelous fauna, as well...
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Welcome to the West Were they welcoming me? I do not remember why we pulled off of the highway, only that the view across the railroad tracks, beckoned, and we kept driving. As I got out of the car, the horses actually seemed as interested in us, as we did in them. They...
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Feed Through The Winter, By All Means! If you have ever wondered whether or not you should keep your bird feeders full in the winter, these pictures should help you decide. Look at these delightful sparrows, identified by Linda. They are so enjoying the treats put out for them. The birds...
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