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"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." John Muir
Sorry, I continue to be behind sharing my photos. It is still Autumn, the colorful trees are still looking beautiful.
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1. Miney and I usually enjoy a brisk walk every day, she is a happy dog when the leash comes out. Photos below are from our local fire road trail.
2. On this day hubby was with me and Miney on a walk to the front lake. The water level is down again due to the recent drought.
I attached the Prettyboy birds heard on my Merlin App. The Killdeer like when the lake is low, they hang out on the beachy area.
3. Hubby took a turn holding Miney's leash, nice to get a break if I want to take any bird photos.
4. Hide and seek, if you can find them there are two Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers on this photo below.
5. Not a critter but the Japanese Maple trees on our front lawn looked beautiful this fall.
6. Some of my backyard images, the Peacock came for a visit, Miney likes to watch Mr Blue the Peacock. One of my neighbors told me he named the peacock Mr Blue because a few years ago the peacock showed up out of the blue. The berries are colorful on our Dogwood tree and the Holly bushes and the Japanese Maple is looking pretty.
7. The Peacock is heading down our neighbors driveway, he does not like Miney.
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Wow Eileen, you and Miney had.a great walk. Beautiful photos. ❤️ Thank you so much for sharing, and have a wonder filled weekend 😊 💕
Miney, meanwhile, is curious about the peacock.
Cute story about the peacock's name. I used to see the work of the Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers on my Blackhaw Viburnum trunk in the old days, although I have never seen one. Always enjoy where your hikes take you.
Gorgeous colors. The pictures of the Prettyboy Reservoir are so wonderful. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!
-Soma
The peacock is adorable!
Good morning, dear Eileen. Here is another wonderful post about your walks together with sweet Minnie, your faithful companion.
Yes, the drought is causing problems, which we are also feeling here in different ways depending on the region. But the birds you show here are wonderful to look at.
Thank you for sharing and for hosting. Have a wonderful 3 Advent and a good week ahead. Greetings by Heidrun 🎄
Miney looks like a wonderful walking companion. How neat to see the Killdeer, Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers, and especially Mr. Blue the Peacock visiting your yard!
As usual: I'll get back to you later! 💚
The Cedar Waxwings have a fantastic, caressing voice. I like to hear them.
Mr Blue is a charming birc indeed. So elegant. 😉
Happy weekend and happy walks to you and your hubby!
Hello Eileen,
I'm sure Miney loves your brisk walk every day. Your Autumn photos are lovely, and the Maple trees are so beautiful. I can see many more of them!
The Cedar Waxwings are a very pretty birds. Take care, and enjoy your weekend!
Hi Eileen,
Beautiful series of photos and collages from your walks.
I love the Merlinbird app, I use it too.
There aren't many birds to be heard now, but that will improve completely in spring. I can hardly wait for that.
The Japanese maples are beautiful, and Miney is a sweet dog.
I wish you a wonderful weekend.
Best regards Irma
Quantas fotos lindas,Eileen!
Que bom quando teu marido pode caminhar com vocês!
Miney sempre junto e feliz ao passear e sabe que a coleira significa passeio!
Adorei teu jardim e gosto muito dos azevinhos! Muito lindo tudo aqui!
beijos, tudo de bom, chica
Hari Om
no apologies needed, it's good to have such a fine stock of photos! I can see the tree creepers, and love to see Miney enjoying her life with you! Have a great weekend. YAM xx
First off, Eileen... I´m happy to look at the trees in color - glad you are "behind" - and I think once you reach winter me might be in Spring and seeing Winter ain´t so bad no more - a win-win!
The Cedar Waxwing looks kinda... "pisse# off" a bit, LOL.
I think it´s amazing that birds despite their hard beaks can show emotions! Your Hubby is nice :-)
Oh, boy, the low water level looks concerning.
Haha, I had that hide and seek in Australia, with a Fairy Wren. I must look for the postcard I finally got as proof that bird really exists!
Oh, those colorful trees! And the Peacock. Thank you - and have a great Saturday.
so this means no one owns Mr. Blue? that is really odd, I don't think they are wild, makes me wonder if someone dumped it. that is sad. does it eat the food you put out for the birds? its nice to see your husband walking with Miney. in our house if you pick up a leash you better be ready to walk... I did find the two birds but it was hard to see them.
Hello, Hope your doing fine. Always loved your post. No apologies needed :)
Awesome series of pics, Great views. Beautiful birds. Miney's walk pics lovely, Have a nice weekend. Greetings.
You always make nice walks...and once again I learn some designations for birds in English LOL. As I did not met living critters on my excursions I have linked one, that are exposed at Lumagica light installation at our Hofgarten. They look more impressive when illuminated.
Have a wonderful weekend
All the best
Violetta
...Eileen, you are extending fall and that is fine with me. Your Japanese maple is glorious. Thanks for hosting and wish you a wonderful weekend.
Lovely to see your photos of critters and scenery, regardless of when the photos were taken. While we are covered it white, it is nice to see the colours of autumn.
I wonder where birds—peacocks, for instance—stay during the winter. The forest must be enormous.
Good to see you, hubby and Miney at the lake. Sorry the water’s low. Mr.Blue is a nice surprise to have visit, and I wonder if he likes what falls on the ground from your feeders.
We are in the season of very few birds except at the feeder. So little daylight, so little sunshine, so few birds!
Good of you to host critters.
Oh, what a shame, dear Eileen, that the peacock doesn't like Miney—I like her very much! But it's probably because the peacock doesn't know sweet Miney very well 😉 (or because he generally considers dogs dangerous...)
I'm so happy to be hiking through your autumnal countryside with you, your hubby, and Miney—it's such a beautiful and colorful time of year. And there were so many birds to discover, both audibly and, in some cases, visually. I think I can see both Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers facing each other in the middle of the photo—is that right? I also found the thing with the row of rectangular holes very interesting...
Thank you so much for inviting us to follow you, for hosting and for your lovely comment on my blog!
All the best and have a wonderful time until Christmas 🕯️✨❣️, Traude
Always lovely photography no matter the season ~ love seeing Miney ~ hugs,
an artist reflects
Thanks for taking us along on your wonderful walk!
Miney for sure enjoyed her daily walk! That Cedar Waxwing is a beauty.
Miney gives you great incentive to keep on walking. Nice to have some leash free time to zoom in on photos. Fun to see Mr. Blue! Happy critter time and Saturday to you.
It is nice to have a dog to walk with each day, Eileen. I miss those days.
You always see the best things! A cedar waxwing. Love that.
Such cute critters. Happy Saturday.
You had a very productive walk bird-wise. I know I haven't commented or shared anything in awhile, but I do finally have a "critter related" post to share!
i love that app and have yet to download it...you are getting a lot of use from it!! i did not see the cedar waxwings this year, sometimes i catch them as they migrate. so nice to see the hubby with you on your walk. they drained our reservoir and are lining it and upgrading it. it is closed until june 2026, we use to go a little and miss having it open!! many thanks for hosting, have a great weekend. we may be getting some snow tomorrow, i think you may be also!!!
Hi Eileen! Sorry to always link up late in the day--mornings are always busy here and it is extra busy now due to the holidays. It still looks like a beautiful autumn in your area. We had snow but it all melted as unusual warm weather came back 00we will be in the 60s all week ahead. We could have used more snow! I can see that Miney likes the peacocks and wants to play with them, but they want no part of her! Sometimes deer and moose here attack dogs as they think they are wolves, so it's good that Miney always walks on a leash for safety! Enjoy your week ahead!
Hello Eileen, I love to play word finds and picture finds and at first I thought they were in the brush but now I believe they are or at least one for sure is on the tree. Please let us know eventually where they are! Good to see you and hubby enjoying nature and Miney of course too! Stay warm and enjoy your weekend!
That was a happy jaunt with lots of interesting critters!
Thank you so much for hosting Saturday’s Critters again — it’s always such a pleasure to visit. I really enjoyed walking along with you and Miney through the fire road trail; you can almost feel how much she loves those daily walks the moment the leash comes out.
The low water level at Prettyboy Reservoir stood out to me, especially how you connected it with the Killdeer enjoying the beachy areas — such a clear example of how wildlife adapts.
I also smiled at the story of Mr Blue the Peacock showing up “out of the blue” — that feels like the kind of neighborhood character you never forget.
Thanks again for creating this welcoming space to share and enjoy all kinds of critters.
Hello Eileen
Lovely photographs from your walks.
Your Japanese Maple trees do look wonderful, lovely colour.
Enjoy your weekend and have a good week ahead.
All the best Jan
That Japanese Maple tree is beautiful. I love the red color. Miney is so sweet. My dog loves going for a walk too.
Beautiful fall photos along with the critters. I had a cardinal stop by the feeder yesterday. :)
I have always wanted to see a Cedar Waxwing, they are such unique looking birds. I hope you have a great weekend.
I love when you meet the peacock on your walks with Miney Great post as usual Eileen. Thanks for hosting and commenting. I hope you have a great week ahead.
Wonderful photos, nature is so beautiful!!
I hope it rains in the next few days, the drought is a very serious problem unfortunately!!
Eileen, have a beautiful Sunday!!
I won’t complain about autumn pictures. They’re so pretty!
Beautiful autumnal photos, especially the Japanese Maple. Aren't all dogs excited when the leash comes out?
You have a wonderful blog and goodness, you live in a stunning area! What glorious walks and photos!
Thank you for stopping by my Musings blog, however you found it!
Thank you Linda, for your comment and your visit.
Miney and I do enjoy our walks.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you William, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Yvonne, for your link and comment.
We do love the peacock, I hope he is staying warm. It is so cold out there. Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Soma, for your link and comment.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Roentare, for your link and comment.
The peacock is a treat to see.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Heidrun, for your link and comment.
Have a blessed 3rd Advent Sunday.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Shiju, for your link and comment.
I do love seeing all the birds!
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Traude! Have a great weekend.
Thank you Luisella, for your comment and your visit.
The Cedar Waxwings and the Peacock are a treat to see.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Marit, for your comment and your visit.
This Autumn was beautiful, lovely colors everywhere.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Irma, for your link and comment.
Miney is a sweet dog.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Chica, for your comment and your visit.
Yes, Miney goes crazy when she sees the leash, she loves her walks. Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you YAM, for your comment and your visit.
I hope Miney loves her life now, she seems happy.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Iris, for your link and comment.
The Cedar Waxwing does have a mad look.
We had about 4 inches of snow overnight, it might help with the drought. I would love to see the Fairy Wren, they are beautiful. Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Sandra, for your comment and your visit.
I think Mr Blue escaped from a nearby farm, he seems happy to be living in our little neighborhood, he goes from house to house, most likely everyone gives him food.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you for your link and comment.
I hope you are doing fine too.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Violetta, for your link and comment.
I did enjoy your illuminated critters.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Tom, for your link and comment.
I would be happy to skip winter and go right to Spring now.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Linda, for your link and comment.
We are covered with snow now too, it is so cold out there.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Rainfield, for your comment and your visit.
Yes, we have acres of forest around our little neighborhood.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Barb, for your link and comment.
I throw the peacock some of the bird food, he seems to like it. Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Mae, for your link and comment.
I still have a few birds that come for the suet balls.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Tradue, for your link and comment.
We did have a beautiful Autumn. Miney chased the Peacock one day, luckily she didn't catch the bird. Yes, the Sapsucker are seen about the middle of the tree and photo. I wish you a wonderful holiday time too.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Carol, for your link and comment.
Miney says hello!
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Thank you Cloudia, for your link and comment.
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Thank you Angie, for your comment and your visit.
The Waxwing is a beautiful bird.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Ellen, for your comment and your visit.
Yes, I am getting great exercise on my walks with Miney.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you RedPat, for your link and comment.
Yes Miney does keep me moving.
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Thank you Jeanie, for your comment and your visit.
The Waxwings are beautiful.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Rue, for your comment and your visit.
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Thank you Linda, for your link and comment.
It is nice to see you and your critter this week.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Debbie, for your link and comment.
I am happy that hubby is able to get out for some walks.
We are lucky to live walking distance to the lake.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Pat, for your link and comment.
We had a snowstorm overnight and woke up to 4 or more inches of snow. Time to clean up now. The Peacock does not trust Miney, it stays clear of the dogs.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Karen, for your link and comment.
The two Sapsuckers are in the middle of the photo about the middle of the tree too.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you for your link and comment.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Aritha, for your link and comment.
It is good that the birds and wildlife adapt with the drought. It is a treat to have the Peacock visiting.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Jan, for your comment and your visit.
The maple trees did look beautiful this Autumn.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Mary, for your link and comment.
Miney is a sweet dog, we love going on walks.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Karen, for your comment and your visit.
The Cardinals are beautiful.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Leslie, for your comment and your visit.
The Waxwings are a treat to see, so pretty.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Margaret, for your link and comment.
The Peacock is a treat to see, sometimes he is sitting right outside our door. Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Katerina, for your comment and your visit.
We did have some snow, so that should help with the drought. Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Linda, for your link and comment.
We did have beautiful Autumn.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Lisa, for your comment and your visit.
Yes, just seeing the leash makes her happy.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
The peacock is such a beauty. Love the chickadees. We have some which stay here in the bitter cold. Amazing little critters! Have a great week.
It is good to see your husband out and about with you and Miney.
Such beautiful photos - I especially loved the Japanese Maple Tree!
I am so glad I discovered your blog!
Beautiful photos!
Thank you for your comment and your visit.
I am lucky to live next to a park like setting.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Marie, for your comment and your visit.
The Peacock is a treat to see.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Linda, for your comment and your visit.
He is usually ok for a walk on the non dialysis days.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you for your comment and your visit.
The maple tree does look lovely in the Autumn.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you for your comment and your visit.
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Thank you so much for the visit today to the bloggie. I came straight over t see what you and Mikey had for us. About Mr. Blue...is anyone taking care of him? Does he have a home? I LOVE the Japanese Maples. My youngest had two at his first home. I had one but it stayed green pretty much. So good to see you.
Always a delight to see your photos Eileen and Camera Critters is something I look forward to every Saturday. Miney is as adorable as ever. I can almost feel her excitement when you take her out on these walks. Thank you very much. I know these pages take time and hard work but a labor of love no doubt. Have a great day and a great week ahead.
Our Cedar Waxwings are long gone south for the warm weather but the Bohemian Waxwings are now here for the winter. You have such colourful autumn, I am wondering what your views look like now!
It's so beautiful! I do enjoy your nature and critter photos.
Thank you for sharing at MosaicMonday ☃️ Greetings by Heidrun
Thank you Katie, for your comment and your visit.
Yes, the Peacock has a safe place to roost and all the neighbors are taking care of him. Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Denise, for your comment and your visit.
Miney and I love our walks in nature.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Alexandra, for your link and comment.
I would like to see the Bohemian Waxwings.
The trees are bare now, except for the pine trees and some other evergreen plants. Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you Heidrun, for hosting Mosaic Monday!
Have a great day and happy week ahead.
Thank you for such beautiful photos, dear Eileen. The one of the lake and the one of the autumnal trees enchant me.
It's already very cold in Maryland... I´m glad seeing your husband out for a walk...
The presence of the peacock is very interesting.
I'm sorry for arriving late, I spent the weekend writing my poem...
Have continued good walks and mild beautiful days.
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Eileen - I can relate to being behind on blog posts - as you see from my Amsterdam posts, I am still in April and May of this year!
Love the Autumn color - it is so brown here - we don't even have snow to add some interest! I love that you are including the screen shots from your Merlin app. I love the app - it helps me to know what I am looking for, and to learn the songs!
Thanks for visiting my blog, and have a wonderful week!
Thank you Majo, for your visit and comment.
Hubby does need to get out for more walks.
Take care, have a wonderful day!
Thank you Angie, for your visit and comment.
I do enjoy using the Merlin App.
Take care, have a wonderful day and a happy week!
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