"About 2 weeks ago, I landed on Jan's peanut feeder".
"I thought I was gonna get a treat...
and I don't mean Peanuts, if ya know what I mean".
"Then I thought I saw a hot meal and took off...
but about a week later, I was back. The last attempt was nothin' but dirt in my mouth."
"Then, I saw it--my hot meal! It was in the other direction this time...
so I flew down to that peanut feeder again, facing the other way. I looked right...
and then I looked left. I was ready for the attack, when--
Hey lady, get that camera off me!"
"That does it, I'm outta here!"
"He'll be back. He enjoys the chase."
For birds that play
for birds of prey,
for blue and gray,
be thankful today.
for birds of prey,
for blue and gray,
be thankful today.
by jan, 2009
Always enjoy a cute story, Jan :)
ReplyDeleteLovely photos Jan and excellent captions:) Now why do they always fly away before I can get my camera out ?
ReplyDeleteGreat shots Jan! Good captioning.
ReplyDeleteJanet
That was wonderful - who knew hawks were camera shy? (Or maybe he didn't want his dirty deed caught on film!)
ReplyDeleteWhat great photos. How lucky to get such a variety of birds in your yard!!
ReplyDeleteHow very lucky you were! I'm sure you're also glad that he didn't find dinner!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a charming story and I love your poem!
ReplyDeletePhilip
Great tale, cool photos, and a lovely poem at the end!
ReplyDelete~Aerie-el
What a cool story and great pics!
ReplyDeleteI don't know which I like better--the series of photos or the captions!
ReplyDeleteSo cute Jan, thanks for telling a story with a happy ending!
ReplyDeleteQuite a story! :) Another happy ending for now.
ReplyDeleteJan, great shots! Thanks for sharing your creative poetry! I love good endings!
ReplyDeleteI think you captured the story, but he didn't capture his prey.
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos, too!
Cameron
Great post, Jan! I have another blogger friend who recently posted his photos of a Cooper's Hawk who landed in his yard. His blog is "Leave me alone, I'm digging." I think I have a link to it on my blog if you want to see it.
ReplyDeleteThis was sweet Jan. You have the best pics of garden creatures. My little twitterers are too quick for me!
ReplyDeleteThat is a great series of photos and your commentary makes it a cute story.
ReplyDeleteI love hawks. One visits my yard almost everyday but I can never get a very good photo. Yours are great!!
ReplyDeleteToo cute and excellent pictures Jan. He's beautiful.
ReplyDeleteJan,
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful post! Your bird pictures are always just fabulous! I'm jealous! But one day we will have trees again and more birds.:-)--Randy
Beautiful hawk. I sure hope he doesn't feast on one of your bluebirds.
ReplyDeleteMarnie
Hi Jan, I saw a Carolina wren at my friend's feeder the other day, which was exciting as I'd never seen one before! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat!!!! Love this post.
ReplyDeleteLinda
I love it when animals talk...what a great post! Kim
ReplyDeleteHi Jan~
ReplyDeleteI always take the time to be grateful about something when I visit your blog! Your gratefulness provides much to the world.
Yes, you were the second to comment on the "Pay it forward" post. YAY! I thank you. If you email me your address I'll send a handmade gift to you. Mymothersgarden@comcast.net
This will be a fun sharing experience!
Karrita
I always love your bird photos. That hawk certainly knows a good spot when he sees one. Thanks for a great post.
ReplyDeleteLovely as usual, Jan.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots and story Jan - but I love that little bluebird in the last picture. (we don't get those here)
ReplyDeleteK
Jan, I can't believe I don't have you picked. Today you're picked! Your bird photos and prose are endearing. You are an amazing photographer.
ReplyDeleteGrace
Thanks, I needed that. It's so easy to forget to be thankful...
ReplyDeleteI just love birds of prey. They are so fun to watch. But I have to say that I envy your bluebird even more. We don't have bluebirds here.
ReplyDeleteCindy
A lovely story. Though it sounds cruel, I can't help feeling sorry for the Hawk (I'm a great fan of Eagles, Hawks, and Vultures), but am thankful for the lil' cuties!
ReplyDeleteJan, I so enjoyed the story and pictures. Brought a smile. My favorite photo is the last with the hawk taking flight. Your poem is inspiring-as always!
ReplyDeleteThat was very amusing and I loved the pictures.
ReplyDeleteThe two little birds at the end look very relieved!
Oh, I have Eastern bluebirds that nest in my corner birdhouse every year. But I never see them at the bird feeders. I so want a photo of one! Love your photos of all those birds!
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Thought that was a hawk...didn't realize untill I saw the label.
ReplyDeleteNever get siskins, but may get some blue birds come spring we'll see.
Love the shot of the 2 birds sharing the feeder. So sweet !
I was wondering what that hawk was saying :)
ReplyDeleteOh, I want Blue birds in my yard so bad.
Lona
Where do you find all that beautiful birds?
ReplyDeleteWhat camera do you have?
MB
Thanks for joining my blog! Im really enjoying your pictures.
ReplyDeleteJan,
ReplyDeleteI think we live in a parallel universe. I am wondering if you have a Sharp Shinned Hawk there.
Donna
January must be the month of the Hawk - I've read three others posts on Hawks in the past few weeks - Aren't they a majestic bird?! Here's the Harris Hawk that visits my garden http://cultivatingparadise.blogspot.com/2009/01/i-love-to-watch-hawks-hunt-over.html
ReplyDeleteHi Jan, what lovely photos and interesting commentary. So glad the little ones were safe to come out and eat. Love the little bluebird. Well done.
ReplyDeleteFrances
Here I was so worried what was coming next !! Phew : )
ReplyDeleteThose pictures are amazing Jan !
You are fantastic Jan with your camera.
ReplyDeleteThe pictures are telling without words.
Have a nice day
Gunilla
Hi Jan!
ReplyDeleteI love the simplicity of your poem "for birds that play..." and love the photo series, too.
Cindy
Great story and captions. You are very talented.
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