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Bluebirds and chirping sparrows

By JIM NIGRO

While the weather on Monday and Tuesday was a bit of a curveball for man and beast alike, by first light on Wednesday the sound of upbeat chirps and warbles once again emanated from the woods out back.

While the robins, cardinals and noisy flickers were all on hand, it was the bluebird that caught my attention. Unlike past encounters, the male, though it flitted from time to time, never strayed too far, allowing me to take its picture.

Shortly thereafter he was joined by this female.

While trying to focus on the male, I inadvertantly left her head out of the frame.

Meanwhile, in the front yard a lone chirping sparrow appears to be searching for a meal. 

It wasn't alone for long, as two others flew in to claim dibs. It's always nice to hear and see the songbirds, and good to see the sun shining again.

JIM NIGRO

Thanks Doug - not so strangely, my free time has increased in proportion with an influx of gray hair .......and an understanding wife!.

Apr 25, 2012, 9:46pm Permalink
Kyle Couchman

I wonder if Jim is adventurous enough to still skindive over in the water off dewitt park... Ive been dying to do so sometime as I dont scuba anymore. My scuba diving daysgave me the habit of scouting fishing spots whenever possible.

Apr 25, 2012, 10:00pm Permalink
JIM NIGRO

Kyle, I recall seeing "no swimming" signs posted at Dewitt Park....the other quarries are now privately owned.....but I do still enjoy skindiving.

Apr 25, 2012, 11:22pm Permalink

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