A Painted Day

Be happy in the moment, that's enough. Each moment is all we need, not more. 

-Mother Teresa

Harriette About to Feed the Fuzzlings

Harriette, brings in the afternoon meal to the Fuzzlings.

Blooms of the Day

Bee Delve

 The camera follows a bee into the depths of a flower. 

It feels like an x-ray trip.

Harriette Comes in for Feeding Time

Marine Aircraft Group 16 - Osprey in Machine Form

With Pride and Congratulations, I present the Appointment Ceremony of Sergeant Major Patrick M. Tracy in San Diego, California.

Third Marine Aircraft Wing Band

The Passing of the Sword signifies a transfer of leadership and carries great prestige.

Pass in Review

Sergeant Major Patrick M. Tracy takes command.

I believe I could fly an osprey . . . .

Hurrah for you, Patrick!  I felt honored to attend the festivities.

Harriette and Fuzzlings

Harriette proudly announces her nest is full.

Now Harriette needs to keep her energy going as she collects nectar, pollen and insects in her crop. She regurgitates the slurry into the mouths of the nestlings every 20 minutes. The nestlings need a source of protein (insects) to develop properly.

Notice the pinfeathers sprouting.

Harriette and Hatchlings

One baby nestles. Check the beak pushing end of egg.  

Second is ready to pip. Egg is the size of a jelly bean.

Bluejay Ways

Spring Delights

Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!' - Robin Williams

Behold my friends, the spring is come; the earth has received the embraces of the sun, and we see the results of their love.  

- Sitting Bull