Bye bye Jackson

Today would have been my four year bloggiversary with Jackson Daily Photo. Here's a look at some the last shots I took of my former home back in June. 

It is with a heavy heart that I am shutting this photo blog down. Four years ago my then boyfriend (later husband) asked me if I wanted to move from Paris, France to Jackson, Mississippi. I didn't think I could ever enjoy life in the Deep South as much as I did in the Old World, but I did. It was a wonderful place to spend four years and I don't regret the decision we made. Now it's on to Toronto!

Edited to add: After almost three years in Canada, we have moved back to the Old World. Come visit me at my new Berlin Blog.

Duck Flight!

A graceful Duck flight!

Toucan Sam?

Another feathered friend from our local zoo. I'm not sure if he answers to the name Sam or not. Perhaps I will ask him on my next visit.

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PS: Happy Valentine's Day!!!

Bird, Bath and Beyond !

White Birds

A pair of lovely birds as seen at the Jackson Zoo. Unfortunately I don't remember what type they are. Please feel free to leave their name in the comments, if you know what they are. To see more birds from around the world, visit Bird Freak.

I'm going to be out of town this week at a conference. Dreamer's Click will be posting some images and I've got a few scheduled as well. And don't forget my Travel Blog. It'll be up and running all week!

Migration

I woke up the other day to find a flock of migrating blackbirds taking a rest in my backyard and the yard across the street. They were quite timid though. As soon as I brought my camera out, they flew away. Hope they make it to their final destination!

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Kookaburra

I don't know if this is an old gum tree, but this king of the bush did seem to be quite merry. I heard him laughing. It's a rather odd sound. He was spotted at the Jackson Zoo.

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Cold Friend

I've been putting out extra food for my feathered friends during these cold times. The juncos seem to be taking advantage.

Another Feathered Friend

A colorful tit in my MiL's yard. He and his friends come often to her feeder for treats. He looks especially nice against the white snow.

Jay Bird

A Eurasian Jay seen at the feeder at my MiL's house. This photo was taken with my new zoom lens. Not too bad, eh?

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Titmouse

I haven't seen this friend at my feeder for quite some time. But he stopped by recently for a little snack.

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Welcome Visit

Cardinals are always welcome in my yard. I haven't gotten many good Wingscapes photos lately, but here's a nice one!

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Red Man

A beautiful red man stops by for a snack.

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Blue Heron

A blue heron takes flight over Lake Caroline. A beautiful sight, indeed!

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Thirsty?

All kinds of birds are welcome to stop by my water bowl for a drink! And I get a lot of mourning doves.


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Cardinal

I believe this is a young brother going through his first molt. That red is coming out quite nicely though!

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Hi There

I swear sometimes these birds know there's a camera on them. This little guy is just a common bluejay, but I like him.

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More of the Little Man

I just can't stop taking pictures of the hummers. How could you resist a sweet little man like this one? He was shaking off a bit of rain at the time this photo was taken. Even the drops would not keep him from his guard post at the feeder. I've seen at least three other little men vying for his spot, but he keeps them all at bay. I've tried telling him there's enough juice for everyone, but he doesn't listen.

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Confidential to my Mother-in-Law: Zum Geburtstag viel Gluck!

Colibri

I have two little hummers that constantly buzz around my backyard. It's funny because one will sit here on the hook and guard the nectar, but he'll only take a few sips every now and then. They're not shy birds by any means. They will buzz around my head when I go outside to fill up the other feeder or to water my flowers.

This photo was taken with my Nikon D3000, not the Wingscapes. I took a few through the window and cropped them down. I'm very pleased with the result. The only sad thing is there's no size reference. In reality, this guy is only about two inches long, a really tiny fellow.

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Young Mockingbird

This young mockingbird looks like he just enjoyed a bite of the oranges I put out for him and my other feathered friends. He may need some help from Mom and Dad though, looks like he's got a little piece of orange stuck in his beak there.

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