Eagle arrivesand I am at oncesmall, insignificant Breath heldI am stillness basking in majesty Till ubiquitous crowcalls his cronies,chases eagle off Everything gains perspective. (Tuesdays, I borrow from Twitter @Vjknutson. Image my own.)
Cast my shadow over white banksassert presence: proud, defiant Will find beauty in deserted placesand colour in the monochrome Haunted by a Winter state of mindresolved to stretch despite chill. (Image my creation)
He fills the homewith sweetness –serenades their love –while she picks awayat every gesture,imagining subterfuge His floral wordsonly serve to pokedoubts – she readsbetween the linesof ornamental landmines He lights candlesto set a mood,but she is alreadyplanning a funeral –her wrung out heartunwilling to fall.
One Woman's Quest II 
Great shot – it is amazing how it can hold on like that. I guess when food is involved, one gets motivated no matter what the species is. 🙂
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Their body strength amazes me too. Thanks.
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You’re welcome. Yes, the strength too – I hadn’t thought of that.
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Stunning shot of the woodpecker!
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Thanks
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Most welcome!
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Great photos.
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Thanks
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Gorgeous woodpecker shot!
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Thanks.
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Definitely delightful! What a SHOT of the male Downy! Woop Woop! 🙂 Guess who’s going to be in the round-up? 🙂
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Love my woodpeckers. Thanks.
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🙂
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‘D’elightful! 🙂 ❤
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Lol. Thanks.
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My pleasure! 🙂 ❤
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I love the close-up of the woodpecker! The morning doves look quite puffed up.
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Nature’s artistry at best. It’s quite cold here – guess that’s how the birds cope.
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Love the markings VJ.
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Thanks Keith.
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