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SQUARES – Bright Sunshiny Day
It had been a bright sunshiny day on April 2nd when we went to St. Marks Wildlife Refuge for a full day of birding. As we were doing the last bit of birding, the sun that had shined bright all… Continue reading
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A-Z Challenge – H is for Heron
Tricolored Herons are slender birds with feathers of blue-gray, lavender and white. The white belly and stripe going up to the neck sets it apart from other herons. Continue reading
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A-Z Challenge – G is for GALLINULE
The Purple Gallinule is one of the most colorful birds in North America. They are found in the southernmost part of the United States, along the coasts of Mexico, South America and throughout Central America. Continue reading
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SQUARES – Bright Eyed and Bushy Tailed
This squirrel was not shy and got right up near where we were birding at Lettuce Lake Park in Tampa, Florida. Continue reading
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A-Z Challenge – F is for Finch
The male House Finch and Purple Finch are very similar and can be hard to identify. Both can be a light to dark red in color. Continue reading
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SQUARES – Lite Brite
n the 70’s, Lite-Brite was quite popular. It first hit the shelves in 1967 by Hasbro and sold for $6.95. A 25-watt light bulb sat inside a wide backed plastic box. Continue reading
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A-Z Challenge – E is for Egret
The Snowy Egret was one of the most hunted birds in the late 1800’s for their elegant feathers to adorn the most fashionable ladies hats. Continue reading
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CEE’S BLACK AND WHITE PHOTO CHALLENGE – Things on Picnic Table or in a Park
The feature image is the best veggie sandwich on the planet. Fresh Italian bread, cream cheese (instead of mayo), cucumbers, spring mix lettuce, carrots, cherry tomatoes and avocado. Add a little salt and pepper and viola! YUM YUM! We had… Continue reading
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SQUARES – Creativity Brightens our Lives
We always pack our folding chairs and folding tables with us so we can make a picnic anywhere. We are very creative when it comes to being outside and one with nature. Continue reading





