July 12, 2007 - A new arrival
Foggy this morning, with clearing and a little cooler today. Highs expected in the low 80's. I started mixing a little jelly into my suet, and was rewarded with this new visitor, which I think is an orchard oriole. He is very shy, so I had to take the shot of him on the feeder. With this photo, I now complete my 365 photos of my photo a day. It has been a worthwhile effort, as I have learned a great deal about my equipment, while being forced to pick up my camera nearly every day. I now will take a short time off, then perhaps start a new PAD. Thanks to everyone who has visited my site and gave me encouragement.
11-JUL-2007
July 11, 2007 - Oops, caught in the act
Raining and gray today, with highs in the low 80's. I slipped out on the back porch today and was watching for birds when this little bandit came out from under the porch. He had his jaws pretty well full of seeds when he spotted me. I got this shot before he scurried off.
July 10, 2007 - Elusive Damsel Fly
Hot today, with storms this afternoon. Highs were around 90. I was very busy today, and didn't get to post until this evening. On a recent walk, a came upon three damsel flies. They were very skittish and I ran them from one side of a little hollow to another, until this one finally held still long enough for me to get a shot of him.
July 9, 2007 - Cicada Killer Wasp
Foggy this morning, but expecting sunny and hot weather today, with highs in the mid-90's. I had noticed that these wasps were flying around again this year, so I went stalking them. I caught up with this one, that held still long enough for me to get a couple of quick shots off.
July 8, 2007 - My what big eyes you have
Cool this morning, but expected to get hot this afternoon, with highs in the low 90's. I was walking through the meadow below my house when this creature flew up and lit beside my foot. I had no idea what it was, but it has very interesting features. I would guess he is another model for an alien movie.
July 7, 2007 - Indigo Bunting
Cool this morning, but expecting sunny skies and very warm temps today, with highs in the upper 80's. I have been trying for about three years to get a decent shot of an indigo bunting. They are very shy little birds, and for the most part stay in the shadows and tree tops - none of which are very good camera situations. But this little guy came right down and posed for me yesterday (but only for about 15 seconds). Long enough, however, to get this one. He was very curious at the noise my camera was making as I furiously pushed the shutter button.
July 6, 2007 - Much-needed relief
We had a good rain last night. It was foggy this morning but bright and warm now, with highs to be in the low 80's. I was pleased to get this one, since these little flowers are very light and delicate and the slightest breeze will move them. I really like the color of them.
05-JUL-2007
July 5, 2007 - Thursday Totally Informal Transglobal Challenge - Country
Storms last night, and cloudy with showers today. Highs in the low 80's expected. The rain was welcomed. I couldn't think of anything that epitomized the country better than this - Welcome to Calhoun County, where we have all the luxuries.
July 4, 2007 - Independence Day
Warm and dry again today. We may get storms late this evening. It's the 231st birthday for the United States, and a holiday and a day off work for me. This is one of our more colorful holidays in America, with red, white and blue everywhere - and fireworks. Happy birthday America. May God bless her.
July 3, 2007 - Right in the middle of it
Cool this morning, but expecting highs in the upper 80's this afternoon. I have been trying to get a good shot of these unusual flowers and finally settled on this one. I like the ethereal feel to it.
July 2, 2007 - New Blooms
Partly cloudy this morning, but expecting a sunny day with highs in the low 80's. With the recent showers, a few flowers that have been lying dormant are starting to bud and bloom, including this one.
30-JUN-2007
July 1, 2007 - Female Finch
Cool this morning, but expecting it to warm up into the low 80's today. I sat quietly on the back porch yesterday evening and watched the finches eating. I finally got this one to give me a good pose.