The Daily Bucket is a place where we post and exchange our observations about what is happening in the natural world in our neighborhood. Each note about the bugs, buds, and birds around us is a record that we can refer to in the future as we try to understand the patterns of nature that are quietly unwinding around us.
Gooseville, WI
December 28, 2012
In a sudden burst of color a northern flicker explodes into flight as the local Cooper's hawk targets a ground feeding mourning dove. The strike is a narrow miss. Those remaining at the feeder freeze motionless, waiting. Hunkered down, they watch, listen, wait, until the danger fades.
It's snowing big fat flakes!
Quiet snow days are made for indoor cuddling into my favorite armchair with a cup of hot cocoa to watch winter birds with an attentive friend. I won't mention that the windows would be cleaner if wet noses weren't pressed and smudged and sloppy spatters weren't barked at brazen squirrels.
A natural sculpture of white cedar driftwood graces the feeding station. A basic offering of black oil sunflower seed, nyjer thistle seed and blocks of suet are always on the menu.
Today, I sit inside and take delight in a circus of flights of fancy...
and great joy in watching live ornaments hanging out.
I wish you all a Happy New Year!
Your turn. What's happening in your backyard and where might that be? All are welcome here.
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