According to the American Bird Conservancy, there are 48 species of sparrow in North America. Three species common to my area are featured here. For I.J.’s Birds of the Week Invitation LXXX
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At The Shoreline
At the shoreline two boats rest From sandy beach to rocky shore – a bridge connects Where the river and the sea combine Driftwood lazes at the shoreline Lens Artists Challenge #314: Shorelines, hosted by Anne.
Water Lily
The star that you are rising from the murky depths offering nectar Cee’s Flower of the Day Challenge (FOTD)
Ruby Throated Hummingbird
My confused pear tree doesn’t know whether to drop its leaves or grow more pears. The hummingbirds are certainly enjoying the flowers. I have always viewed hummingbirds as delicate, free spirits. After watching them for a bit, it is clear that they are quite assertive, if not aggressive. They promptly chase away any other birds,Continue reading “Ruby Throated Hummingbird”
Cool Waters
Surrounded by water sits a lonely lighthouse in the Hudson River. The ghosts of notorious prisoners cry icy tears into the San Francisco Bay. Inner blues evaporate in the serene silence of an enchanting island overlooking the Turtle River. Cool blue adventures await over vast oceans. This week John is hosting Lens-Artists Challenge #313. TheContinue reading “Cool Waters”
Rockin’
Toe tappin’ in the chapel square Rockin’ music fills the air All night long never miss a beat Now time to rest those weary feet Dan’s Thursday Doors Pull Up a Seat Photo Challenge – Week 34, by xingfumama
Dreamscape
Silken blue dreamscape Tides ridden to foreign lands Breezes surfed on wispy clouds Deposited on the shore Hair tousled and grin wide Eugi’s Moonwashed Weekly Prompt – Silken blue
The Skimmer
Oh my, dragonfly Patiently awaiting prey Unaware insects Upon the flowers they feast ‘Til scooped up by the skimmer Colleen’s 24 Seasons Syllabic Poetry Challenge
Willet
Will the willet find what it’s looking for? Will it find a mollusk along the shore? Will it find itself on a sandy beach? Will it remain just out of reach? Will the willet run a little quicker? Will it try its best to avoid a picture? I. J.’s Birds of the Week Invitation LXXVII
At the River Bank
At the bank of a river Sits an empty bench Soulful it seems As if listening to the rushing water Feeling the mist upon its surface So alone It calls for company Pull Up a Seat Photo Challenge – Week 33 by xingfumama. Weekly Prompts Weekend Challenge – Bank by Sue W & Gerry C
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