Spring Nesting and Other News

Hello and Welcome to old and new friends....

I am happy to share my latest nesting photos. Carolina Chickadees are one of my favorite birds. A pair nested in one of my Bluebird boxes. 

Flat Francesca's Visit

My granddaughter chose me to get the honor of having Flat Francesca to visit. Her 2nd grade class is doing a project based on Flat Stanley written by Dale Hubert. M.E. 
This is such a cute project and I have had major fun with Flat Francesca...

Flat Francesca with a flat picture of the real Francesca

Happy Easter 2013!

I didn't see the Easter Bunny but did see my favorite sparrow...the White-throathed  Sparrow. This  sparrow rocks. Not only do they have a very cool song but also a cool presence. Check this out...

Birding 201 at The Pettit Preserve

The Pettit Preserve in Bartow County, Georgia hosted a Birding 201 class presented by Rebecca Byrd (yep that is her last name) and Ken Blankenship of the Atlanta Audubon Society. 

How Do Birds Stay Warm?

This is a question that has been asked and pondered by many young and old birders. My friend Ron Patterson has graciously given me permission to share the answer from one of his recent newsletters. The link will be given at the end. 

I ordered this guide three months ago. If you are tired of carrying multi nature guides on your hikes then this is the guide for you! There is one for each region. 

I only had one problem. You have to get familiar with the layout...but it isn't hard. 

Wishing Love, Health, Peach. and Wealth to All!

Welcome Maya Sophia to the World!!!

My daughter gave birth to my second grandchild yesterday (02/19/13). She weighted 9.1 lbs and 20 1/2 inches long! 

I am one proud Grandmother...

I reckon you can name the players in these pictures. I was in Heaven in the last photo! 

Welcome to the World Maya...you are Loved!!!

Wishing Love, Peace, Health, and Wealth....to All!