A Bright Idea in the Park

Posted on April 3, 2021 by Mama Cormier

….thanks to Becky B for hosting BrightSquare this month https://beckybofwinchester.com/2021/04/03/bright-square-3/

Since I missed yesterday I have two for today.

Camping in the local parks is prohibited but these girls were merely sheltering themselves from the cold wind coming off the lake. I knew there were girls in the tent from from all the chatter and giggles I heard as I walked by with my dog.

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Seeing this swarm of seagulls over that bright blue water of Lake Ontario was a bright spot in my day.

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Wacky Bird Wednesday – Two of the Price of One

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Mama Cormier

…Kevin couldn’t decide which bird he liked best so you’re getting both

Do you have a favourite?

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Bird Weekly Photo Challenge – Reflections

Posted on March 27, 2021 by Mama Cormier

…..thanks to Lisa Coleman for hosting Bird Weekly Photo Challenge –https://oureyesopen.blog/2021/03/26/bird-weekly-photo-challenge-reflections-of-birds/

For week 41 Lisa has asked us to look for bird photos with their reflections.

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A Variety for my Thursday Trios

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Mama Cormier

…thanks for checking out Thursday Trios #13

This week there is no theme for me and I never expect a theme from my followers but the photos should be of people, animals or things grouped in threes.

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If you’d like to share your trios, copy the link from this post and paste it into your post. I’ll get back to you as quickly as I can.

Birds in Black and White

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Mama Cormier

…thanks to Lisa Coleman for hosting

….Thanks to Lisa Coleman for hosting The Bird Weekly Photo Challenge https://oureyesopen.blog/2021/03/19/bird-weekly-photo-challenge-birds-in-black-white-or-sepia/

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Wacky Bird Wednesday – March 24, 2021

Posted on March 24, 2021 by Mama Cormier

…another contribution from my husband

No sign of Tonguely this week. Maybe he’s learned his lesson.

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A Bird’s Paradise – Water, Water Everywhere #70

Posted on March 22, 2021 by Mama Cormier

….thanks to Jez for hosting Water, Water Everywhere https://jezbraithwaite.blog/2021/03/22/small-waterfall-water-water-everywhere-70/

The Dufferin Islands are just up the road from the Horseshoe Falls in Niagara Falls. It is a sanctuary for walkers and birds alike and is probably largely unknown to most tourists. The walk takes you over a series of bridges and ponds where marsh birds love to hang out. It is truly a hidden gem that is right under your nose if you take the time to look and explore.

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Silent Sunday – March21, 2021

Posted on March 21, 2021 by Mama Cormier

….spring is officially here

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You’re a Hoot

Posted on March 21, 2021 by Mama Cormier

….day 4 of Sketchbook Revival with Tamara Laporte

In one of today’s Sketchbook Revival classes we meet Tamara Laporte. I’ve watched some of her classes before but I think this is the first time I’ve completed an assignment. It was a lot of fun and I think I may go back to her site and try some more.

This owl was first sketched with pencil and then watercolour was applied. Along the way marker, ink, pencil and acrylic paint pens were used to add detail.

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A Fan of…..Raptors

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Mama Cormier

…thanks to Jez for hosting A Fan of …. https://mamacormier.com/2021/03/15/new-flower-march-15-2021-open-double-tulip/

As I was walking through High Park last week I notice a couple of people intently looking up through the trees. I was looking a for short cut back to my car so I headed in their direction. When I got closer I looked up and I could see a beautiful Red Tail Hawk with his back to us. Here was a moment when I wished I had my telephoto lens with me but I had use my iPhone and hope for the best.

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I wanted to get a shot from the front but when I stepped on a twig and snapped it the hawk flew away. He didn’t go far so we followed him to the next tree, a couple of times. I tried to walk without making too much noise but it is almost impossible this time of year with all the debris that lies on the hard ground.