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Janice Reinersman's avatar

And sometimes, when I'm in my nature park, I'll think - like yesterday -

"Haven't seen a cedar waxwing yet this year," and moments later there it

is, high atop a leafless tree. You're right, though. Thinking this is a

mental trick I can deliberately use to will a bird into view never works.

And sometimes they're present but not visible to my eyes or attention.

No matter. Every walk, every pause in nature is an opportunity for

quiet , curiosity and wonder. I saw a rose-breasted grosbeak

drinking from a stream weeks ago and, as always, it was thrilling.

Thank you for your words and beautiful photographs.

Samantha Bean's avatar

That is lovely to think about (especially the stream moment). This afternoon, I spotted a Phoebe or a pewee...not sure which...on a pine branch. It was simple, quick, and spontaneous. Thank YOU for this lovely comment!!!

Laura B.'s avatar

Don't give up! Perhaps they are just a little later this year. Fingers crossed you have a prolonged visit. But, yes. In the meantime: wood thrush!

Samantha Bean's avatar

I was thinking that too. Maybe it is ME that is just too early!!!!! (And excited)