It's been another nice weekend. The Mistress was a bit drowsy today after being out and about in Philly yesterday in the chill and wind to explore with a friend and take some pictures. Sundays are becoming one of the laziest day for me. This morning I got some quick shots of the very quick Blue Jay that visits the sill.
I had three of them this morning, but it was hard to capture them in the same frame as they didn't sit still for long. My friend Manuel, who I was with this weekend was here. About a week ago for his boyfriends birthday, I got him the three bags of bird seed I mix together, and a bird identification book for his birthday. When they come here to the Casa, Will is fascinated by my birds. So I decided to give him a bird package. Manuel was telling me he is already getting birds on their sills...and their cats are apparently loving the flurry of activity. I also know the colder temps are coming for today I also saw the first Junco of the season.
But didn't care...those Junco have a lovely song. I also ate like a farm hand today....homemade sausage gravy and biscuits. Meanwhile the waist band is crying for help.
The bluejays look loverly against the
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We had redwinged blackbirds this week
and they are usually only spring birds,
same with yellow finches - do they know
something we don't know??
Well, our yellow finch are dark now for winter and I haven't seen any red winged blackbirds. They may have left here for the season.
DeleteBiscuits and gravy ...like Mama used to make.
ReplyDeleteNo,seriously.
Those Bluejays are quite lovely, aren't they. I am rather envious of your windowsill.
ReplyDeleteBTW, what have you got on in the background? I thought it was a horror movie, but then the music became a bit clearer and I though perhaps its an old film?
I actually had on my local classical station, but I don't recollect what was playing.
DeleteSuch cute little guys. I love your flamboyant ceramic turkey! Speaking of which (turkeys) three days ago I let my little Cujo out into the back yard to do his bidness. Neither one of us noticed the flock of wild turkeys back there until, whoooosh those six suckers took flight over my house. Cujo decided that he didn't have to poop after all, and slunk back into the house. To paraphrase Mr. Carlson on WKRP "As god is my witness, I didn't know that turkeys could fly!" This flock is always walking around the neighborhood, terrorizing people who get in their way. Bella was napping or she would've gone after them with her one good tooth, until being distracted by the bullying squirrels. I kinda, sorta like birds, but all the ones around here seem to be two to three times as big as my dogs. Beaks are sharp (don't ask me how I know). Okay, end of rambling essay.
ReplyDeleteOh yes, I believe wild turkey are much like peacocks. They can fly for short distant. We have a lot of wild turkeys here too on the back roads of Bucks County. Between them and the deer this time of year, it makes for interesting very early morning drives to work.
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What a beautiful post Mistress. The Blue Jay looks so striking against the fall foliage. I too saw me first Junco, I forgot what they were called though, they do have a song. And that breakfast looks incredible!!!! Why do you put it child?
ReplyDeletehow you eat think that and keep a figure is beyond me. it must go right to your cock.
ReplyDeleteall the gin burns away the calories, dear.
DeleteFantastic photos (and video) of the blue jay - especially with the lovely autumn foliage. I also like those turkeys in the first picture.
ReplyDeleteThe bigger turkey is an antique. A gift from a friend. A German company called Lefton makes them. They are also famous for Easter peeps and duck figurines. The smaller turkey is from Pottery Barn several years ago. A little piece comes off the top, and there is a candle inside.
DeleteI thought that blue jay would be headed south by now. He or she better hurry!
ReplyDeleteour jays and cardinals hang around all winter. I put seed out year round. and I only live 1 hour away from maddie.
DeleteAM is right, they stay year round. My mix changes in the cold temps. The cow birds, blue birds and cat birds usually migrate, while Junco's and Phoebes arrive.
DeleteLove the bluejay pics. The changing leaves in the background are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThey really are such beautiful birds. It is too bad that their song is rather harsh and they have a reputation of being kind of a bully at a birdfeeder. Loved the video.
ReplyDeleteVery exciting to see very handsome/beautiful feathered visitors on her sill. I don't think I ever realized just how big they were. I am also loving that turkey planter on your table. Where ever did you find that? Thanksgiving decorations are hard to come by.
ReplyDeleteIt was a gift from a friend of mine. See above comment to Jon.
DeleteIt's ok girlfriend, you're so pretty you could gain a few pounds and you would still be fabulous! ;)
ReplyDeleteIm coming to your place next week for breakfast, that's for sure. Loves the birdie.
ReplyDeleteWe always enjoy seeing your bird.
ReplyDeleteSo encouraging to see the birds appreciate YOUR garden and window sill. Does the Blue Jay bother other birds? I too am loving the turkeys. I also appreciate how you cook for yourself. Being single I do way to much take out.
ReplyDeleteLove the birds! It's fantastic you're still getting birdies in your windowsill. They're mostly gone here in Chi. I've thought about doing what Anne Marie does and get some seeds for the ones that decide to stick during winter...
ReplyDeleteThe only time we see Blue Jays is occasionally when they come through in May. The shades of blue are so pretty. That breakfast I'm also thinking was the perfect meal to start the day, with cooler temps now.
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos! The Blue Jay is beautiful. I'm looking forward to doing more bird-watching this winter in my yard because of you. Hope you had a lovely weekend Mistress.
ReplyDeleteWhat sensational turkeys--love the rainbow and the white!!! The flowers are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAnd the brids are a wonderful sight against the stunning fall leaves.
Thank you for showing us your scrumptious biscuits and gravy!
I love the blue jays, and maybe I should try that gin diet that's working so well for you?
ReplyDeleteFascinating stuff. The birds will be better weather forecasters than the human ones, without a doubt. I have seen our autumn winter birds return too.
ReplyDeleteIf only they could talk ... we would learn so much!
ReplyDeleteThe capabilities of birds are amazing. Not only are they beautiful and create lovely music, they can do all sorts of things that humans can't, even with technology. They know the weather patterns.
ReplyDeleteAnd if your jeans are tight, it's not from eating!!!!!!!!!!!
You managed to get great shots of the jay! I would love to feed the boys reds, although we don’t get the variety on the beach that you get in your neighborhood. Besides, our windowsills open to our terrace... and the cats!
ReplyDeleteAwesome pictures of the birds! And kudos for sharing your hobby with Manuel.
ReplyDeleteI was first introduced to biscuits and gravy for breakfast when I traveled to Louisville KY for business. Now when ti see them, they’re on my plate.
Nice birds, any flightless fowl?
ReplyDeleteLovely post! I think Blue Jay are my favorite.
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