Everyone is really tired of the snow and cold, but as we all know,
"No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn." Hal Borland
I'm beginning to wonder!
Freezing rain and more snow expected today!
Blue Jay
Grackle (has arrived a bit too early!)
Digging up supplies (grey squirrel)
sharing with...
I'D RATHER B BIRDIN'
THE WEEKLY TOP SHOT
sharing with...
I'D RATHER B BIRDIN'
THE WEEKLY TOP SHOT
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awww karen, i am sending you some sunshine!!
ReplyDeleteThat's so cute, the giant leap for rodent-kind!
ReplyDelete(ツ) from Cottage Country Ontario , ON, Canada!
Ah, your squirrel looks like mine!! And it does look SO cold!! Wish I could send you some of our weather today -- it's still chilly, but blue skies without a cloud! I'm sure my critters will be out in force and soon! Hope you have a good weekend, anyway, Karen!! Stay warm!
ReplyDeleteYou always get such great bird and squirrel shots. Sorry your winter is lasting forever. Thinking warm and sunny thoughts for you.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots ~ loving that JAy !
ReplyDeleteI know huh ~ we have snow forecasted again this coming week ~ enough already !
lovely action shots of the squirrel. We had some snow this morning but the skies are clearing and the temperature is going up a little bit.
ReplyDeleteMay the snow soon go!
ReplyDeleteDark and Thorny Way
such cuties! glad you keep them fed in the continued snows!
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos Karen. Love the ones of the squirrel. We're waiting on spring's arrival here too. It may take a few weeks. :(
ReplyDeleteWe're having nice warm weather today, but then the temps drop and we may have snow next week. When will it end???
ReplyDeleteThese two birdies are wearing their snowflakes well. :) Nice shots!
ReplyDeleteCute squirrel shots too.
Nice clear shots :) Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteVery cute post, great photos Karen. Sorry about the snow, we're expecting more on Tuesday. I will really enjoy Spring this year, as we all will I'm sure.
ReplyDeleteCaught in the cold! Great pics Karen!
ReplyDeleteHank
Sorry about the snow again - love the Blue Jay photo.
ReplyDeleteHere's about our smallest bird of prey - also in North America and Canada.
http://www.rspb.org.uk/wildlife/birdguide/name/m/merlin/
Marvelous critter and wintry photos ~ xxx
ReplyDeleteartmusedog and carol
Lovely beasts, still snow, brilliant photos.
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures :)
ReplyDeleteGreat shots, Karen.
ReplyDeleteStunning shots - as always. I feel for the birds and animals though. Food must be harder to find, and needed. I am so glad you feed them.
ReplyDeleteThey're all so cute! I'm so happy that we had a sunny day today.
ReplyDeleteYeah darn snow:) Hug B
ReplyDeleteLovely Blue Jay pictures and I like the Grackle too.
ReplyDeleteLovely shots...that little squirrel leaping in the snow is just too cute..great capture!
ReplyDeleteThe jay looks positively disgusted with this continuing winter, a sentiment that I share. The animals seasonal body clocks know that Spring Equinox has passed. So how about some (reasonably) warm weather and a total snow melt. That would work for all the animals, and myself as well!
ReplyDeleteI would box up some sunshine and send it to you guys if I could. You could trade me a bouquet of spring flowers when you get them. (I guess we'll have to do it virtually -- and that won't warm you up at all will it.)
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty feathered and fluffy characters. Love how the snow lingers like magic round the bird in the first photo. And the little squirrel looks quite at home rummaging in his snowy world.
ReplyDeleteI love these photos and the Grackle, such a quirky name and an interesting bird too
ReplyDeletePretty shots of the Jay and Grackle. And the squirrel mosaic is adorable. Thank you for linking up with Saturday's Critters.. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteentertaining and awesome as always! *VBS*
ReplyDeleteMarvelous blue jay shot♪ Action in the snow is wonderful! http://lauriekazmierczak.com/flower-shower/
ReplyDeleteIt is so depressing! Great pics, Karen.
ReplyDeleteKaren,
ReplyDeleteI used the same quote on my post today! The Blue Jay picture is my favorite shot today.
Yes here too
ReplyDeleteAs I recall when I was younger living in Montreal, the winters were long, snow melting by end of March, sometimes a surprise snow fall in mid-April, then rain to bring May flowers. Wish it would end the snow for you folks east of us. Love the bird shots!
ReplyDeleteClear captures of critters against so much snow.
ReplyDeleteDearest Karen;
ReplyDeleteWow; your Jay and Grackle & squirrel are SO adorable♡♡♡ They look really lively under the snow, aren't they♪
Hope your spring is soon!
Sending you lots of love and hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*
Love the snowflakes on feathers and fur! Thanks for cooling us off a bit here in south Florida!
ReplyDeleteSnow does make a great background for bird pics. Extremely well done!
ReplyDeleteAwesome photos! Well done!
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Incredible shots, as always, Karen. I love how you get such clear photos of birds and the squirrel action shots are fun. More ice and snow, not quite so welcome, I'm sure. Here's to a meltdown in your area very soon!
ReplyDelete-Karen
...that squirrel rompin' and stompin' in the snow...looks like a happy dance!
ReplyDeleteLove the two bird images...the grackle, you managed to get the beautiful iridescent colors!!!
Nice bird photos, and the squirrel is being comical like they tend to be.
ReplyDeleteLove that Blue Jay picture- very nice shots.
ReplyDeleteSnow, snow snow - will it never ends?
ReplyDeleteThe photos are so lovely...
love the Grackle image. It is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYou might want to come to my place. Spring is in full swing. :)
Nice birdy shots, and the squirrel sure is cute.
ReplyDeleteNice birdy shots, and the squirrel sure is cute.
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures! I feel your pain...
ReplyDeleteHope that snow melts very soon for you. Beautiful grackle. Love that color blue.
ReplyDeleteThose birds look like they have had enough too. Although the squirrel looks happy - I hope he has stored away enough food. and that spring comes soon for you all.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful week. I am joining you through Mosaic Monday.
Great photos...each and everyone of them. Love that little squirrel!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Gert
I love how shadows on snow look blue! Our snow is finally gone, and I spied a robin, but he was gone too quickly for me to snap a shot. I hope your snow melts soon, poor bluejay looked a little forlorn.
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous shots, Karen!
ReplyDeleteKeeps hope as winter won't last forever, but I know we all need some warm sun sooner than later.
Your photo of the Blue Jay is gorgeous. Spring will be even sweeter when it arrives! (But I do wish I could send you some warmth from Virginia.)
ReplyDeleteExcellent picures- love the close ups!
ReplyDeleteThe squirrel adventure shots are cute! Grackels- hate seeing them but I get it's a sign of spring too!
You have to wonder what the little birds are thinking about the snow! I bet they are wishing for spring too! I love your bluejay picture!
ReplyDeleteGosh, mom and I were just sympathising about the terrible winter out east. Hope it breaks up soon. Come down here to Mexico for a break!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pics -- the blue of the Blue Jay is gorgeous! And the squirrel... you really captured his antics!
ReplyDeleteHi Karen,
ReplyDeleteI do hope that you soon see signs of Spring. Thanks for sharing this beautiful blue bird. It's a new one for me.
Have a Happy Blue Monday!
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ReplyDeleteThe squirrel photo is really cute! And that first bird photo is SO amazing... The colors, the sharpness!
ReplyDeleteBravo!
~Rainey @ The Project Table~
I wasn't aware grackles migrated. They're always here and they're always loud.
ReplyDeleteHi Karen,
ReplyDeleteI think that Grackle is also a little shocked at the snowy spring! I'm in Toronto for my first spring in 15 years, and it is c-o-l-d!
Amazing pics!
poppy
Beautiful entry and yep, we have snow this morning and a bit more on the way...sigh!
ReplyDeleteSuch gorgeous blues and that squirrel collage is priceless.
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