...look guys....NO HANDS !!!

...photo op

Hanging out in a tree isn't really all that bad!

...awesome really

...head of the house

...high alert

Ralphy is always on high alert in his backyard...his kingdom.  When he gets into this pose, it means he has something in his sights.  Now 4 and 1\2 years old, Ralphy is most certainly an adult and he continues to be a marvel and joy to our family.  Got get em' Ralphy!!!

...how did that happen?

I don't get it.  How did I get stuck between these two bird brains?  Got to talk to jim about this.  If my pic was at least on top, I wouldn't mind too much, but this is a bit humiliating. Am I really not on top of the "pecking" order, or maybe should I be a bit more humble?  I think I know the answer and though I am a bit "miffed", I do realize my bird buddies are actually pretty interesting individuals.  See ya.........Ralphy

..wood peckin'

If you pay attention to your outside surroundings, ocassionally you will run across some interesting "stuff".  This red-bellied woodpecker was caught on my camera just the other day.  Apparently there is something edible in this utility pole, because he spent a whole lotta time peckin'. Like I said, you just have to look.

...around the corner

Looks kind of bleak, but winter will give way to spring very soon.  It's just around the corner.

Purdue Newsroom - One and done: Single-atom transistor is end of Moore's Law; may be beginning of quantum computing

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...picnic in the park

Happened to be at Kensington Metro Park in Milford, MI and was fortunate enough to steal a few pics of this sandhill crane.  It is amazing the kind of wildlife you can discover even if you live just a half hour or so from Detroit.  Hope you liked the photo.  See ya..........jimmy

...I see you

...1st Big Snow of 2012

I knew it couldn't last...a winter without a substantial amount of snow.  Hey, I love this white stuff.  The cold and flakiness pushing and squishing about my paws is a wonderful sensation.  When I am dashing at full speed , I love the feel of snow jettisoning itself away from me as my legs push off.  What's not to like?  See ya.............Ralphy

..the Gift

The simplicity of this tiny bird attached to a tree branch reminds me everyday of the wonders of life and how lucky I am to be a part of it.  Nothing should be taken for granted.  Your life is a gift...enjoy it.  See ya..........jimmy

...forgetful Winter

Winter certainly has played tricks with us this winter year 2011-2012....so far.  I do not remember, EVER, when shoveling snow didn't occur.  My snow blower still has no gas in it, the new plug is sitting on top of it, and the new oil....well it's still new oil.  I am not complaining, but I am surprised.  I don't know whether this dove likes the winter snow or not, but I suspect he or she is also not going to be too upset about this unusual weather we are having here in Michigan.  Anyway, it is still early in February and the "winter stuff" can still happen...but I suspect maybe old man Winter  simply has forgotten that it is winter.  What do you think?   See ya..............jimmy

...visits to cherish

Sometimes, just ordinary everyday occurences can be unique, special and meaningful.  Visiting
my parents the other day was great.  My Mother prepared a wonderful dinner for myself, Jane and Ralphy.  Yeah, Ralphy likes to visit my parents too and they enjoy seeing him too.  Anyway, just being able to be in their company gave me a wonderful feeling of warmth and joy.  After all, they are my Mom and Dad.  Visit someone you love to make them happy and you will find the happiness to you will be returned tenfold.  See ya..............jimmy
...the pic above is really beautiful and colorful...the artist to me is unknown.

...showin' off in the snow