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House Finch with it all to himself .. Miz Cardinal was in for a bit .. Rather crowded .. 2 * PiP * © All Rights Reserved

- perched in the top of a Dogwood - Mr. Finch is always watching - letting his Lady know if there is anything to be concerned about - probably wondering - why is that lady sitting there - maybe this will the be 'pose' she wants © All Rights Reserved

Kid #1 and Kid #2 .. In sun and shadow .. Deck railing .. Kid #1 .. '' think she put any food out?'' Kid #2 .. '' won't know unless you go check '' Kid #1 .. '' why is it my turn?'' Kid #2 .. '' because '' And they sat .. perched on the rail .. Neither went to check out the Deck Buffet .. There are many Finches this year .. The only nest I can see is out the Living Room window .. Momma had one set and the second ones are demanding food .. She even expanded the 'living' space .. Added on to the next since there are four I've seen .. One thing is different .. There are two males who bring food .. But, Poppa Finch will chase off any other .. Nature 101 .. (through the window) 2017

" You'll miss the best things if you keep your eyes shut." - Dr. Seuss Was on the hunt for a quote to fit this photo and also (perhaps) touch on the process going on with IP/SA .. IMA .. But, did discover that all these many years ( too many moons to count ), I have not pronounced the name of Dr. Seuss correctly. It is supposed to rhyme with voice ... did know that "Dr." came about because his father wanted him to go into the medical profession. Dr. was a character ! © All Rights Reserved

American Robin (f) [Turdus migratorious] - House Finch (m with red) Female no red [Carpodacus mexicanus] - Since both species are abundant in Spring - They have agreed to be 'On-Watch' - For any news re: IMA / IP SA - © All Rights Reserved

and a morsel caught in the Garden .. a slug ? whatever it is .. Jack may hunt as often as he wants ! © All Rights Reserved

American Robin (m) -- one of many who have graced our trees and yards .. Singing a very rich song early in the morn .. A 'hello' to all who are out .. Thank you for beautiful morning music .. Enjoy the earthworms ! © All Rights Reserved

Heard him .. Didn't see where he was .. Until he moved.. Bet he was watching me the entire time .. As I searched .. www.ipernity.com/doc/peggyc/32261487/in/album/327759 These are the flowers that are to grace this bunch of sticks (with leaves popping out)! © All Rights Reserved -- EXPLORE --

www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Blue_Jay/id - from the diner to a good vantage point in the White Ash - one of the Blue Jay contingent enjoyed a pumpkin seed - and sat for awhile - thank you ! © All Rights Reserved -- EXPLORE --