Woodpecker, December 31, 2022

Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

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Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, December 29, 2022

I made this photo of a Hairy Woodpecker, Dryobates villosus, through my dining room window.

Happy New Year!

I am linking in today with Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Hawk, December 28, 2022

Wild Bird Wednesday and My Corner of the World

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, December 25, 2022

Always take your camera with you; you never know where you might see something interesting! I found this Red-tailed Hawk, Buteo jamaicensis, perched on a road sign beside the highway.

Have a wonderful day!

I am linking in today with Wild Bird Wednesday and My Corner of the World

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Merry Christmas! December 24, 2022

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, December 24, 2022

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For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Merry Christmas!

Wilson's Snipe, December 17, 2022

Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, November 20, 2022

Wilson's Snipe, Gallinago delicata

Have a wonderful weekend!

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For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day, December 2022

The northeast corner of Mississippi, USA zone 7b

I could not find any blooms this morning, but there are buds on my Hellebores!

Happy Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day!

I am linking in today with May Dreams Gardens for Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Deer, December 10, 2022

Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, November 24, 2022

White-tailed Deer

Have a wonderful weekend!

I am linking in today with Saturday's Critters

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Rain all Week, December 9, 2022

Itawamba County, Mississippi, USA, December 6, 2022

We have had 4 and 1/2 inches (11cm) of rain this week, and it is raining again this morning. At first you may not see anything of interest in this gray landscape, but look closer.

... There are Turtles!

Happy Friday!

I am linking in today with Skywatch Friday

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Great Blue Heron, December 3, 2022

Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, December 1, 2022

Great Blue Heron, Ardea herodias

Have a wonderful weekend!

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For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Red-shouldered Hawk, November 26, 2022

Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

Lee County, Mississippi, USA, November 20, 2022

Red-shouldered Hawk, Buteo lineatus

Have a wonderful weekend!

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For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Checkered Skipper, November 19, 2022

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 16, 2022

Checkered Skipper Butterfly

Have a wonderful weekend!

I am linking in today with Saturday's Critters

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Turtles at the Lake, October 21, 2022

Sky Watch Friday and Saturday's Critters

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, October 20, 2022

It was a beautiful sunny day Thursday, but cool enough that we had to wear our jackets to walk along the shore of Pickwick Lake.

Did you notice the log at the edge of the water? Turtles were enjoying the sunshine!

Have a wonderful weekend!

For more sky photos, visit Skywatch Friday

And on Saturday, please visit Saturday's Critters

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Thankful Thursday, October 20, 2022

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 16, 2022

As a cancer survivor, I am especially thankful today to have another birthday! ......72

Have a blessed day!

I am linking in today with Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Herons, October 16, 2022

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, October 15, 2022

How many Great Blue Herons do you see? My answer is in the comments.

Have a blessed day!

I am linking in today with I'd Rather B Birdin'

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day, October 2022

The northeast corner of Mississippi, USA, zone 7b

September was hot and dry; October is cooler and was very dry until it rained on Wednesday.

 My Asters ignored the dry conditions and have been (and still are) blooming profusely.

Sulphur Butterfly on Turk's Cap

There are still a few blooms on the Turk's Cap that the butterflies are enjoying.

Gulf Fritillary Butterfly on Turk's Cap

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Happy Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day!

On the 15th of each month, visit May Dreams Gardens for: Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day

And every Saturday, visit Viewing Nature with Eileen for: Saturday's Critters

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Autumn Leaves, October 12, 2022

Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, October 9, 2022

Here in the mid-south region of the United States, we are enjoying the colorful leaves of Autumn. We have had sunny skies all week, except for rain on Wednesday afternoon.

Have a wonderful day!

I am linking in with My Corner of the World and Skywatch Friday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

County Line Mural, October 10, 2022

Baldwyn, Mississippi, USA, September 24, 2022

Baldwyn is a small town that sits on the line between Prentiss County and Lee County. I think this mural was painted for the County Line Music Festival.

I cannot read the signature.

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Have a wonderful week!

I am linking in today with Monday Murals

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

At the Birdbath, October 8, 2022

Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 8, 2022

I was hoping to get a photo of this Cardinal taking a bath, but it suddenly flew away. I thought it had spotted me, but that wasn't what scared it away.

A squirrel wanted to get a drink!

Have a wonderful weekend!

I am linking in today with Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Thankful Thursday: Butterbeans, October 6, 2022

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 6, 2022

I am especially thankful today for roadside produce stands. Look what I found this morning - large, speckled butterbeans! Aren't they beautiful? And they will be delicious when we eat them for supper tonight.

Have a blessed day!

Let us know what you are thankful for, visit Thankful Thursday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Horses on a Hill, October 1, 2022

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, September 17, 2022

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Have a wonderful weekend!

I am linking in today with Saturday's Critters

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Butterfly, September 29, 2022

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Gulf Fritillary Butterfly on Lantana, Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, September 29, 2022

Today I am thankful for flowers and butterflies!

I hope you are having a good week!

I am linking in today with Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Hummingbirds, September 24, 2022

Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, September 21, 2022

Good-bye Hummingbirds! Have a safe trip! See you in the Spring!

Have a wonderful weekend!

I am linking in today with Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Sky Watch Friday, September 23, 2022

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, September 18, 2022

There were very few people at Pickwick Lake when we were there last Sunday afternoon.

The Canada Geese were enjoying the beach and safe swimming area!

Happy Friday!

To see skies around the world, visit Skywatch Friday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Red Spider Lilies, September 22, 2022

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, September 21, 2022

I am thankful for flowers, and thankful for cooler weather! Our high temperature yesterday was 99F. But now that Autumn is here, today's forecast is for a high of only 89F.

Red Spider Lilies, Lycoris radiata.

Have a blessed day!

I am linking in today with Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Cardinals, September 17, 2022

Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, September 17, 2022

Mr. Cardinal and...

... Mrs. Cardinal at one of our feeders this morning.

Have a wonderful weekend!

I am linking in today with Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day, September 2022

Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day and Thankful Thursday

The northeast corner of Mississippi, USA zone 7b

Sulphur Butterfly on Turk's Cap, Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA

I am thankful that the Turk's Caps are still blooming for the butterflies despite September's hot, dry weather!

Happy Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day!

On the 15th of each month, you can visit other bloggers' gardens for Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day

Let us know what you are thankful for, visit Thankful Thursday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Signs2: New York, September 14, 2022

Hardin County, Tennessee, USA, September 5, 2022

I have no idea how an "Official State of New York Motor Vehicle Inspection Station" sign got to Tennessee, but...

... there it is!

Have a great day!

For more photos of signs, visit Tom, The Backroads Traveller, for Signs2

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Great Egret, September 10, 2022

Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, August 21, 2022

Great Egret, Ardea alba

Have a wonderful weekend!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Sky Watch Friday, September 9, 2022

Pickwick Lake in Tennessee, USA, September 5, 2022

We had sunshine when we were at Bruton's Branch Picnic Area on Monday, but we could see the rain clouds coming across Pickwick Lake.

Have a wonderful day!

I am linking in today with Skywatch Friday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Dr. Pepper, September 7, 2022

Fulton, Mississippi, USA, August 8, 2022

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I hope you have a wonderful day!

For more photos of signs, visit Tom for Signs2

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Monday Mural, September 5, 2022

Ripley, Mississippi, USA, August 16, 2022

Artist Annie Simpson has brightened up a plain wall with this cheerful mural. I don't know if it has a name, but I think of it as Jumping for Joy.

Have a great week!

I am linking in today with Monday Murals

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Hummingbird, September 3, 2022

Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

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Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, August 25, 2022

I think this Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a juvenile. The flower is Turk's Cap.

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Have a wonderful weekend!

I am linking in today with Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Sky Watch Friday, September 2, 2022

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, August 28, 2022

Cloudy skies over Pickwick Lock and Dam on the Tennessee River

Canada Geese

Happy Friday!

For more sky photos, visit Skywatch Friday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Monday Mural: Support the Arts, August 29, 2022

Memphis, Tennessee, USA, August 4, 2022

We were stopped at a traffic light, and I had only a few seconds before the light changed and we had to drive on down the street.

Sorry about the pole that is in the way.

 I hope you have a good week!

I am linking in today with Monday Mural

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16