Saturday, 6 January 2018

Enjoying The Birds This Winter.....











Hope you are all well...and surviving this brutally cold Winter so far...

We have been in the frigid -30c temps for weeks now...

It is supposed to break early next week...and then it will rain!

I have been keeping busy around here...Mostly Bird watching! hahaha!!

Seriously...I got Christmas packed away for another year...

And then our central vacuum went on the hummer!!

We get a new unit on Tuesday...we have had it for over 30 years, so I guess it did it's job pretty well...

We also ordered a new front door, which is supposed to come mid January...

Very excited about that...totally different look with the new door!!

Our Miss V had been away for 10 days, so we are looking forward to seeing her next weekend...and hearing her stories from her trip... 

Got a delicious cake made the other day...

I had put the recipe here a few years back...Blueberry Buttermilk Breakfast Cake...but you can really use any berries you have...I used some frozen Blackberries in this one....very tasty, indeed!!

Well...it actually seems a bit brighter this evening...it is 5:10 right now...

And it really does seem brighter outside than other evenings...

Guess the longer days are starting to kick in....FINALLY!! 

Knock on wood...we have not been sick...I hear that lots of people have a horrible flu, but we have been able to elude it so far... 

Fingers crossed our luck continues.....

I grabbed a pic of the Moon the other night....glorious!! 

 

I have a nice roast beef in the oven, and the house is starting to smell delicious...

       Enjoy your evening...

            See you soon...

               Cheers!  :o)

                     linda ♥️

 
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  1. Birdie6 January 2018 at 14:16

    We have such different birds here. Yours are more colourful! Beautiful picture of the cardinal. At least I think it’s a cardinal.

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  2. Wanda6 January 2018 at 15:18

    When one is ONE with their camera...miracles appear. That's what I feel when I looking at all you photos. The birds..oh my ~ what beauties.

    The berry coffee cake looks delicious...I just smell the coffee I put on a few minutes ago, can you email me a piece of that cake...haha.

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    1. Linda6 January 2018 at 17:24

      You are so sweet Wanda...I have sent you a piece!💕

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  3. La Table De Nana6 January 2018 at 15:27

    I bet you cannot wait to see Miss V♥
    I agree w/ Wanda..you and your camera are a match made in heaven..don't drop it;)Although you eye has 99% of the magic.
    Great cake..:)

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    1. Linda6 January 2018 at 17:26

      You got that right Monique! Think I'll call her tomorrow💕
      Glad you enjoyed the cake....

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  4. Anonymous6 January 2018 at 15:29

    beautiful photos you take, utterly breath taking! I feel your pain for this cold, hasn't it been terrible, minus 41 here this morning but like you said a warmup soon, no rain for us but at least out of the deepfreeze! I think you must be anxious to have your miss Vee back,, lol that sounds delicious with blackberries, I love black berries but they are a bit acid for me, I have something called silent reflux disease,, never had heart burn in my life but apparently my esophagus isn't working properly so no berries for me,,take care my friend, keep warm, don't forget to show us your new door, I remember when I had replaced our front door, it was the year before we sold up and moved, I loved that door and wanted to bring it lol,, to an apartment,, I don't think so lol,,

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    1. Linda6 January 2018 at 17:28

      Too bad about the berries....I eat berries every single day!
      I will def show you the front door!
      Enjoy the rest of your weekend Laurie.....

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  5. Eddie Bluelights6 January 2018 at 17:29

    Brrr! looks cold there, otherwise I'd be tempted to fly over for some of that delicious roast beef . . . lol
    Beautiful selection of bird photos. You are so lucky to have so many beautiful varieties there. The first one looks rather like out Blue Tit.

    Always great to visit your lovely blog.
    Cheers . . . . Eddie

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    1. Linda7 January 2018 at 08:25

      Hi Eddie...
      Happy New Year to you and your family...
      Thanks for being a loyal follower...

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    2. Eddie Bluelights10 January 2018 at 20:41

      It's my pleasure to come here . . . I am an intermittent Blogger myself these days . . . just can't seem to find the time with all else going on . . . and I don't dare tp clone myself . . . lol

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  6. Gloria Baker6 January 2018 at 17:29

    absolutely love yours birds looks so pretty!
    Be cozy and warm! hugs!

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    1. Linda7 January 2018 at 08:26

      Hi Gloria...hugs to you!! Staying warm here...♥️

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  7. The Furry Gnome6 January 2018 at 18:44

    Great poctures of the birds!

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  8. Blondie's Journal6 January 2018 at 20:03

    Beautiful post, Linda! I'm happy to have gotten all caught up with you. Your pictures, all of them, are lovely. The shots of Vivian and her Papa are extra special. Nora is a precious babe, I pray she continues to do well. A little fighter, right?

    Looking forward to a great 2018!

    Jane x

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    1. Linda7 January 2018 at 08:27

      Oh me too Jane...happily awaiting our trip South!! But, I will miss all my kiddies!

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  9. Eddie7 January 2018 at 04:53

    Meant the second photo of course, just like our Blue Tit, and I build bird boxes for them . . . :)

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    1. Linda7 January 2018 at 08:27

      That would be our sweet Chickadee...such lovely little birds!!

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  10. Tanna7 January 2018 at 05:56

    Beautiful photos, Linda!! I feel so bad for all the birds and animals with the COLD we've all had! We still have Littles and I am SO ready to put away the Christmas things. Soon. Soon. Glad to hear you have all escaped the flu. We've struggle with one thing and another through the family. Ughh! Here's to a bit warmer weather for all! blessings ~ tanna

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    1. Linda7 January 2018 at 08:29

      Yes...here's to warmer temps, for sure Tanna...have a great week!!

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  11. Linda7 January 2018 at 07:08

    Lovely bird photos, can’t wait to get back and fill our feeders, hope the birdies haven’t forgotten us. Got lots of smazing duck photos while we’ve been away and saw many new to us birds. Looks like the brutal cold will be gone when we get back. Enjoy the visit with Miss V, can’t wait to see our other grandkids.

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    1. Linda7 January 2018 at 08:30

      Yup...supposed to start warming up today...then rain...then back to colder temps!!
      You will have a happy reunion with those kiddies!!

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  12. Debra She Who Seeks7 January 2018 at 08:31

    You always get such beautiful bird shots! And I like your header too.

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  13. Country Gal 7 January 2018 at 10:12

    Wonderful photos . It has been so nasty and cold and our birdies have been feasting at the feeders like crazy which I love to see and watch them all the time . I am soo looking forward to spring and am done with this winter already , looking forward to a break of this cold later this week . I am enjoying the day light lasting a bit longer every evening now . Miggs is down and out with a injured leg so we are dealing with that poor dog we do miss our walks but she will be tip top by spring after her surgery soon. I bet Miss V has lots to tell from her trip . Thanks for sharing , Have a good week !

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    1. Linda8 January 2018 at 06:41

      Yes, I read about Miggs...
      Spring is on its way!!

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  14. Unknown7 January 2018 at 15:28

    Gosh, such lovely birds. Hmm...they must all be hanging out at your yard, haven’t seen any here at all. I’m sure you’re looking forward to seeing Miss V. again. My New Yorkers will be here then too, having my belated birthday brunch with our blended families. Have a good week and hoping the weather cooperates.

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    1. Linda8 January 2018 at 06:43

      Do you put seed out? That is the key!!
      Have a great time with your families...and...Happy Birthday again!!

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    2. Unknown8 January 2018 at 13:22

      Hahaha. I realized after I posted my comment, that it kind of sounded silly, since we don’t put out seed. Thanks for your nice wishes and stay warm. Your down South time will be here before you know it. ☀️🌴

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    3. Linda8 January 2018 at 17:06

      Hahaha! You are too funny Hester...
      Yes...we leave in a month!😎

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  15. Anonymous7 January 2018 at 18:54

    amazing and beautiful pictures ALWAYS!
    stay warm dear bean! it's definitely a year for the history books.
    and...
    yes. Lana! I guess it's maybe in the mutual style. I didn't continue watching the movie.
    but she always just had that signature style. seriously. it's the one C in CCgirl. LOL! xo

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    1. Linda8 January 2018 at 06:43

      HI Tammy...
      More snow today...ugh!!
      Can't wait for our trip!!

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  16. Betsy Brock8 January 2018 at 17:38

    Gorgeous birds! Ours are busy eating from the feeders!
    We got a new front door a few years ago and it made such a big difference! You will love it. So fun.
    Hope you continue to escape the flu! We had a little cold but have missed the icky flu that is going around
    down here, too!
    Gorgeous moon! It's cloudy here!

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    1. Linda9 January 2018 at 08:00

      HI Betsy...
      Excited about the new door! Should be soon...I remember when we got a new garage door, it really spruced up the old place!
      Enjoy your week...

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  17. Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie9 January 2018 at 20:44

    Wonderful photos of the sweet birds, Linda. We have those little nuthatches here, too, and I think they are my favorite little birds. They are practically tame and fearless! Your blog header is amazing - so much snow. The cold weather is so frightening to hear about. It's been a long, long time since we have had such cold....knock on wood. I do remember a -25 Fahrenheit one Thanksgiving, though. Your cake looks scrumptious. There are so many nasty bugs going around, and luckily we have been spared, too. Hope you continue to have good health and that the weather warms up soon and you have fun with your dear little Miss V! xo Karen

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    1. Linda10 January 2018 at 16:19

      Nuthatches are so cute...and I think the Chickadees are my favourites!
      Enjoy your week Karen...thanks for stopping by!

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  18. Lynne13 January 2018 at 23:05

    My world stays quite simple . . .
    spending time with the birds . . .
    Daily watches . . .
    Daily feeds . . .
    Often a surprise visitor . . .
    A present every day if you watch the birds . . .
    Lovely picture clips Linda . . .

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  19. Unknown19 February 2018 at 19:28

    Beautiful bird captures. I just love the variety of our fine, feathered friends. And yum to the dessert!

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