Hawk

My Corner of the World and Wild Bird Wednesday

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Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 29, 2024

Red-tailed Hawks, Buteo jamaicensis, can be found all across North America.

It flew farther away from me into the trees. Notice the brownish-red tail that gives it its name.

Have a great day!

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

Eastern Gray Squirrel

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 27, 2024

This is the reason we have to spend more money than we want to on bird food:  the Eastern Gray Squirrel. This one is especially fond of the suet we put out for the Woodpeckers!

Have a wonderful weekend!

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

Bluebird (from my archives)

My Corner of the World and Wild Bird Wednesday

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, January 6, 2023

We have had very cold weather with snow and sleet on the ground for a week. Higher temperatures yesterday and rain has melted the snow, and it is still raining today. To find a bird photo for today, I looked at photos from January of last year and found this male Eastern Bluebird, Sialia sialis, on a fence post looking for something to eat.

I hope you are having a good week!

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

Barred Owl

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Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 13, 2024

I was very surprised to see this Barred Owl, aka Hoot Owl, Strix varia, in my front yard last Saturday afternoon!

Have a wonderful weekend!

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

Sky Watch Friday

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Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 19, 2024

We are hoping the sunshine will help melt the snow/sleet/ice combination that has been on the ground and the roads since Monday. But today's high temperature is predicted to be just barely above freezing.

Happy Friday!

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

Thankful Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 18, 2024

I am thankful that my pantry shelves were full - no need to rush to the grocery store before the winter storm.
I am thankful we had more propane added to our tank last week - no worry about not being warm enough.
I am thankful that the electric power stayed on - the snow and sleet did not cause trees to fall on the lines.
I am thankful that I have 10 books checked out from the library, and thankful for the extra time to read!

Have a blessed day!

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

Snow and Ice

My Corner of the World and Wild Bird Wednesday

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Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 16, 2024

Carolina Wrens, Thryothorus ludovicianus, are common here where I live in the southeastern part of the United States. Their primary food sources are insects and spiders, and they will come to suet feeders in cold weather.

the view from our porch down our driveway to the road this morning (1/16/2024)

We had snow Sunday night, but then it turned to sleet for most of the day Monday. It looks like snow, but it is really ice! Very slick, very dangerous. And with below freezing temperatures for the next few days, it will be the weekend before it melts and it is safe to get out again.

I hope you have a good week!

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

Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day

The northeast corner of Mississippi, USA, zone 7b

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 13, 2024

When I checked on my Hellebores buds on Saturday, it was a bright sunny day. Yesterday (Sunday) we had rain mixed with sleet. This morning we have a wintery mix of snow and sleet.

Happy Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day!

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

A New Dog

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 13, 2023

After our old dog died two months ago, we needed another dog, and this dog needed a home. We don't know anything about his parents or what breed he might be. Our veterinarian thinks he is only about a year old, so he may grow bigger. He already weights 60 lbs! We take him (or he takes us) for long walks in our woods - good exercise for everyone.

He loves to run really fast; he is like a small hurricane. So we named him Harry Kane!

Have a great weekend!

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

Sky Watch Friday: Sunset

Sunset, Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 7, 2024

We had 3 inches of rain Monday night, but for the rest of the week we had sunshine with only a few clouds. But temperatures are dropping this weekend, and snow is in the forecast for Monday.

Happy Friday!

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

Christmas Cards

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

I am thankful that people still send Christmas Cards. Yes, electronic communication is fast and easy, but I love to get actual cards to hold in my hands and use as part of my Christmas decorations!

Have a Blessed Day!

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

Great Blue Heron

My Corner of the World and Wild Bird Wednesday

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Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, November 26, 2023

Great Blue Heron, Ardea herodias

Hope you are having a great week!

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

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