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After WW2, aristocrats got a lot quieter about the "benefits (for them) of fascism".

Republican billionaires could have that same epiphany.

Unlikely but it's possible.

Dreams of Sunflower Seeds

I watched this little house finch (Haemorhous mexicanus) a couple of days ago. She perched in the same spot for ages, facing me and Charlie with one eye half-open—perhaps keeping quiet tabs on us. Aside from that, she looked thoroughly stuffed and seemed to be drifting into a post-snack nap.

Step into a world where even the smallest moments—like the glint in a bird's eye—tell their own story.

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when you sleep that's your body turning you off and on again to see if it fixes the error

Since a lot of you liked the art from yesterday, this is a new pastel drawing from my daughter 🖍️🎨

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Dance like no one's filming you on a trail cam.

Original video by David Neils
(different music)
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I know everyone has probably seen this but, Beary Poppins is my whole vibe.

The small nudge is bearfection.

Ember in the Canopy

Here’s a red-eyed vireo (Vireo olivaceus)—the first I’ve ever photographed, and quite possibly the first I’ve ever seen. Such a cool moment. It dropped by while Charlie and I were outside, enjoying a bit of birdwatching together.

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Angel Wings: A Tandem Flight

Two rock pigeons (Columba livia), perfectly aligned one above the other, glide in tandem through the air. There's a painterly quality to the image—a softness and grace that feels almost brushstroked. I can imagine it printed on canvas, where its quiet elegance would truly shine.

If you're a fan of stunning dove imagery, be sure to explore my photo gallery for a collection of beautiful snapshots that capture their elegance and charm.

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Commitment to the Deep

This image of a brown pelican diving was originally out of focus, but post-processing brought out a crisper, more defined look—though in an abstract, painterly sort of way. I like it.

My granddaughter has all her ducks in a row. Now it's my turn.

Sky Shadow

This vulture soared above, its silhouette slicing the sky. Thoughtful edits brought out its rugged essence—feathers textured like brushstrokes, colors echoing a western palette. The final image blends realism with painterly grace.

White Ghost of the Tide

This image captures a snowy egret (Egretta thula) I observed hunting in a tidal pool along the beach in Gulfport, Mississippi.

Explore a curated collection of heron and egret images in my photo gallery. Take a look!

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Mystical Grackle

When we’re out walking, I’m always scanning for birds, especially species that aren’t common in the area. I spotted this blackbird as it settled beneath a distant pine tree. The challenge of photographing a bird from afar, especially while holding the camera off-hand, is that I’m never quite sure whether I’ve focused on the bird itself or its surroundings. In this case, it was likely the latter—making me almost hesitant to share the shot. Still, the iridescent blue tint on the head and tail of this common grackle (Quiscalus quiscula) is striking.

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