The magic of photography and wonderful humans like you who love our fellow nature beings to the nth. Thank you for showing me a hummingbird 'and' their nests now! I even like to see the Cooper's Hawk but know how that chagrin feels after once again losing all our baby blackbirds to hawks. Last year I had a wren come sing on my windowsill every single morning, almost precisely at 10am, for the months of Spring into summer and I am so hoping 'they' remember to come again. I have video but hope to get a bit closer this year or pop a tiny camera on there.
I did not know there was such a thing as competitive birding, but I guess we humans ( present company excluded) can’t help ourselves 🙄. But oh, what magic of these tiny nests that you delight us with. Thank you Davey.
David, we have had lots of hummingbirds here through out the years here in Utah. But I have yet to see a nest on my property. While visiting my daughters in Northern California this past week my daughter showed me a little nest with two eggs in it attached to a part of their roof. Apparently, the mother travels to a tree right by the side of the house and my daughter talks to her every day telling her what a good mommy she is. It looks like the eggs will be hatching soon she thinks in the next two days I sure wish I was still there to see that I’m sure she will send pictures.
Not only do I love discovering all sorts of things on my walks, but I have proof that they can be medicinal. I have struggled with nerve pain due to spinal stenosis and have endured some ouchy walks. However, many times if we suddenly discover (and can get in view) a migrating bird up ahead, I've noticed that the pain suddenly disappears! I guess the excitement actually has an analgesic effect on me. 😚 Bring on those birds for this confirmed birdnerd.
Also, thank you so much for this piece. I have searched many times for hummers' nests but have only been successful twice. Enjoy those nests for the rest of us!
So true friend. The wild is endlessly rinsing my eyes and ears with wonder. This morning I walked around Wonderland Lake, here visiting my mom for a week, and the geese and red-winged blackbirds were in full standing ovation-for-the-sun mode. It was a glorious renewal.
I've never discovered a tiny nest, let alone a jeweled mama hummer sitting all cozy on her eggs---I'm crazy for these beautiful Annas! I admire your approach, so aware of how your own presence affects the secret---over here it's the magpies that are ever on alert.
These intimate portraits bring me a sense of what utter magic it is to be still, to listen, to linger long enough, to notice the hidden ones... you inspire!
The dichotomy between two worlds and not turning away from either. Nature, on its face is a gentle grounding balance, especially in the renewal of spring. Thank you for sharing your wood friends with us.
I find it amazing how you are able to know all the bird calls and the habits of said birds, Then the addition of you photos provides such great visual it makes a person feel like we are right there with you. I have always loved the outdoors so much more than being inside ever since I was old enough to walk. Probably because we were outside so much when I was your. There were no AC homes and during the summer especially you would be outside just to survive the heat. Being on a coastal town by the Gulf of Mexico there were off shore breezed that kept things cooler especially compared to now. There is too much built up and asphalt that makes the area hotter and the only reprieve is the beach on the gulf to get the breezes that we used to get in the small town. I still live in the same town and can not imagine living anywhere else. Thank you for the nature walk and education..
Oh yes. And reading your noticings feeds my soul. So thank you. I’m not near woods though a lilac bush as it extends green and bud further every day brings birds aplenty and similar soul nourishing.
I love finishing my dip into news with a refreshing dose of your stunning photos and prose. Thank you thank you.
You write with such love about everything you see and experience Dave but sometimes a particular post has the power to go straight to the heart. Not just the photos , stunning as they are, but your awe and respect for nature herself. When she shares these gifts with you they are yours for remembering , but you make them ours as well in your kindness. Kindness seems the wrong word but you know what I mean. Thank you so much. I know I will never get to see such things in reality, it’s a long way from North Lancashire but I can see them each time I read your post..
This is a warm hug, Ambermoggie, a kindness I should never hope to miss or take for granted. Thank you for making time to light this lamp beside the path, a gift to this wanderer and others who may happen along. The world in your wake is a little kinder for your footsteps...
What a treat to see these clever, beautiful creations - the birds and their nests, both. Thank you for this gift, David.
The magic of photography and wonderful humans like you who love our fellow nature beings to the nth. Thank you for showing me a hummingbird 'and' their nests now! I even like to see the Cooper's Hawk but know how that chagrin feels after once again losing all our baby blackbirds to hawks. Last year I had a wren come sing on my windowsill every single morning, almost precisely at 10am, for the months of Spring into summer and I am so hoping 'they' remember to come again. I have video but hope to get a bit closer this year or pop a tiny camera on there.
Wonderful to see the vociferous little wren. Still feeling akin to these tiny ones, and the Anna's were a treat to see, too
I did not know there was such a thing as competitive birding, but I guess we humans ( present company excluded) can’t help ourselves 🙄. But oh, what magic of these tiny nests that you delight us with. Thank you Davey.
David, we have had lots of hummingbirds here through out the years here in Utah. But I have yet to see a nest on my property. While visiting my daughters in Northern California this past week my daughter showed me a little nest with two eggs in it attached to a part of their roof. Apparently, the mother travels to a tree right by the side of the house and my daughter talks to her every day telling her what a good mommy she is. It looks like the eggs will be hatching soon she thinks in the next two days I sure wish I was still there to see that I’m sure she will send pictures.
“in my wandering path to stir the soup of soul” … Soul Soup, David … may it always be on our ‘mindful menu’. 🙏
I don’t know what I would out do without the nature cleansings. And I’m delighted to get a bit of extra from those you share.
Not only do I love discovering all sorts of things on my walks, but I have proof that they can be medicinal. I have struggled with nerve pain due to spinal stenosis and have endured some ouchy walks. However, many times if we suddenly discover (and can get in view) a migrating bird up ahead, I've noticed that the pain suddenly disappears! I guess the excitement actually has an analgesic effect on me. 😚 Bring on those birds for this confirmed birdnerd.
Also, thank you so much for this piece. I have searched many times for hummers' nests but have only been successful twice. Enjoy those nests for the rest of us!
So true friend. The wild is endlessly rinsing my eyes and ears with wonder. This morning I walked around Wonderland Lake, here visiting my mom for a week, and the geese and red-winged blackbirds were in full standing ovation-for-the-sun mode. It was a glorious renewal.
I've never discovered a tiny nest, let alone a jeweled mama hummer sitting all cozy on her eggs---I'm crazy for these beautiful Annas! I admire your approach, so aware of how your own presence affects the secret---over here it's the magpies that are ever on alert.
These intimate portraits bring me a sense of what utter magic it is to be still, to listen, to linger long enough, to notice the hidden ones... you inspire!
The dichotomy between two worlds and not turning away from either. Nature, on its face is a gentle grounding balance, especially in the renewal of spring. Thank you for sharing your wood friends with us.
Thank you! Wonderful story and photos.
I find it amazing how you are able to know all the bird calls and the habits of said birds, Then the addition of you photos provides such great visual it makes a person feel like we are right there with you. I have always loved the outdoors so much more than being inside ever since I was old enough to walk. Probably because we were outside so much when I was your. There were no AC homes and during the summer especially you would be outside just to survive the heat. Being on a coastal town by the Gulf of Mexico there were off shore breezed that kept things cooler especially compared to now. There is too much built up and asphalt that makes the area hotter and the only reprieve is the beach on the gulf to get the breezes that we used to get in the small town. I still live in the same town and can not imagine living anywhere else. Thank you for the nature walk and education..
And these few small birds updates just changed my day. Much for the better, thank you.
Oh yes. And reading your noticings feeds my soul. So thank you. I’m not near woods though a lilac bush as it extends green and bud further every day brings birds aplenty and similar soul nourishing.
I love finishing my dip into news with a refreshing dose of your stunning photos and prose. Thank you thank you.
You write with such love about everything you see and experience Dave but sometimes a particular post has the power to go straight to the heart. Not just the photos , stunning as they are, but your awe and respect for nature herself. When she shares these gifts with you they are yours for remembering , but you make them ours as well in your kindness. Kindness seems the wrong word but you know what I mean. Thank you so much. I know I will never get to see such things in reality, it’s a long way from North Lancashire but I can see them each time I read your post..
This is a warm hug, Ambermoggie, a kindness I should never hope to miss or take for granted. Thank you for making time to light this lamp beside the path, a gift to this wanderer and others who may happen along. The world in your wake is a little kinder for your footsteps...