A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....05-23-06.... Nesting Time

GodBlessUSA

[GodBlessUSA]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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~ Billie, Dutchess, Dolly Cali, GodBlessUSA, JustAmy ~

Who doesn’t love the warmer weather of spring, new flowers, and foliage on the trees. Spring also brings the promise of new life. Sometimes right in our backyards.

The courtship between birds is intriguing to witness.

Have you ever seen a pair of birds flying gracefully, soaring and gliding through the air together? This is an example of courtship. Love is definitely in the air.

Below is a pair of Swallows

There are birds that actually do a bobbing, weaving or jumping dance for their mate. A funny sight to see is how the male Morning Dove chasing after the female, as she runs away from him.

Many male birds will feed the female while courting. I find it so sweet. Below is a picture of a male House Finch feeding his mate. On the right, a shot of Northern Cardinals.

There are birds that sing their hearts out, like the Mockingbird does. What a joy to listen to a Mockingbird while he performs a repertoire of songs of so many other song birds. :)

Although the Mockingbird will sing for hours to woo his mate, it is usually the unmated Mocker who will sing the most hoping to meet his mate. Sometimes you will even hear him sing in the middle of the night. Click for Short clip of Northern Mockingbird song

A picture of our resident, Northern Mockingbird.

Hungry!

Who nests in your yard? The clever birds nest in so many places. Wreaths, planters, porches, in shrubs, birdhouses and more. If you have watched a nest, you have seen that the parent birds work long damanding hours to try to ensure success of their offsprings.

Below: A Robin on eggs in their nest. A House Wren going into the house. The Male Wren will build several nests, and the female will chose the one she likes best.

A HummingBird's Nest ~ Incredible, look at the size.

Blue Jays               Tufted Titmouse     American GoldFinch

Next time, I hope to share pictures of some juvenile birds in my backyard with you. (Some pictures were found on the internet)

03-28-06 ~ Hall of Fame #15

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 05-22-06 Military Monday

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' Every Thursday at the Finest The guy's good, folks!

[Majie Purple]

Robin eggs are so pretty!

[Majie Purple]

Lovely Table and opening PING!
Thanks much GeeBee...HUGS.

[Majie Purple]

Thanks for the birdy greetin Es! If I had that color of bird I'd name it pistachio LOL! :) Here's a birdy gif I found for you...

[Majie Purple]

Hi Eleanor! What's your pigions' names?

[snugs]

That one is Smokey.

I have Fairlands Delight, Barber Jack, Barber Jack's son, Victoria amongst many others.

[Majie Purple]

Thanks for listing some of the many names...

[La Enchiladita]

Good morning, Gracie and FRiends.

Thanks for inviting me to this delightful topic. I love your bird photos and narrative, GBU, hurrah hurrah.

And you know how I feel about the garden...

[Majie Purple]

[Majie Purple]

Stellar Blue Jays are my Fave wild bird.

[Majie Purple]

A BlueBird for Sweet Billie!

[WVNan]

And then there is the king of birds.

[Majie Purple]

Ah yes...The awe inspiring American Eagle!
Gotta love it :)

[GodBlessUSA]

Good Afternoon Purple
Your posts are excellent. Thank you. I love the Robin eggs coloring too. Each bird's egg is decorated.

We had a Robin nest here 2 years ago. One of the babies had fallen out of the nest. So, I decided to put it back in. The parents sure didn't like that. They dived bombed me, they actually put fear in me. I was just trying to help. LOL :)

[GodBlessUSA]

Lord, We thank You for those who are serving in our armed forces. Each day they are making brave sacrifices so that our country can remain strong and free. Keep them safe under the shelter of Your wings. And Lord, for their families back home——whose loving support enables our armed forces, to do all that they are called on to do——we ask that You comfort them and give them Your peace...the peace that passes all understanding. Amen

Below are names of some of our FReepers' loved ones who are serving our country. If you have someone you would like to add, please address a post to

Billie; Dutchess; DollyCali; Mama_Bear; The Mayor; GodBlessUSA,
and we will add their name to this list. As we pray for them, we pray also for all our nation’’s leaders, and military personnel, and their families and friends. May God hold them close to His heart. Amen

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[GodBlessUSA]

Good Afternoon Dita!
How are you? It's still chilly here. We are suppose to finally be warm by tomorrow. It's so windy, I'm afraid my hair will blow off my head. LOL :)
I hope you have a fantastic day.
Hugs!

[GodBlessUSA]

Hi WVNan
The Eagle is such a gorgeous impressive bird. :)

[MEG33]

Beautiful presentation, Gee Bee! My cable went off this morning
and I am just now getting back to the computer.
I love to watch the Cardinals "court".

[EsmeraldaA]

Lovely Kitty {{GB}}

[La Enchiladita]

Oh, I do not like when it is windy like that!
After weeks of gloom, We had an overnight storm 2 nights ago and, presto!
It's warm, clear and springlike now...you know the roses like that combination, as they now have their rainwater.
I'll check in later after shopping and see how your thread is chirping along.

I am enjoying each and every of the birds presented here, and am especially fascinated by that hummingbird nest!

Hummers are always a delight to see!

How about I add a bee to the birds... remember this?

[Majie Purple]

Re: you're bee... hee,hee,hee! :)