Tulip Magnolia

The Tulip Magnolia trees are in bloom around Robertsdale. I took pictures from the road as I drove past and then … More

Carolina Chickadee

John James Audubon named this bird while he was in South Carolina. https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Carolina_Chickadee/overview#

LuLu Kitty and Oscar

LuLu Kitty and Oscar still aren’t buddies, but they co-exist in the house without too much trouble.

Camellia

This camellia plant in my yard has flowered every year since it was planted in my yard. It has a lot … More

American Goldfinch

American Goldfinches can be found at feeders any time of year, but most abundantly during winter. https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/American_Goldfinch/id

Chipping Sparrow

I see these Chipping Sparrows mostly during the winter eating seed that I’ve spread on the ground.

The Male House Finch

Adult males are rosy red around the face and upper breast, with streaky brown back, belly and tail. In flight, … More

Yellowhammer: the State Bird of Alabama

The Yellowhammer is one of the most common woodpeckers in the US, but it holds a special place in the … More

Pansies

My dad loved pansies. We make sure to purchase and plant pansies every year when it gets cold to honor and … More

Ruby Crowned Kinglet

It is hard to get a good photo of a Ruby Crowned Kinglet because it does not stay still for … More