Downy in the tree ...

I enjoyed watching this downy woodpecker work her way up this branch. It was not good lighting, so the photos is a little dark, but it was fun photographing her. She was quickly picking at the tree, looking for a snack. Cute.

~ Rick

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Low light cardinal

This is not my best photo of a cardinal, but given the poor lighting, I still like it. I took this photo last week. It was cloudy. I saw several cardinals but only managed a few photos. They were very active, and a few photos like this one is all I could get. With more time, I would have been able to adjust from the poor contrast and exposure, but that was not in the cards.

~ Rick

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Mallards ... Burr

I saw this pair of mallards in the Miami River this week. It was so cold. I am glad it was them in the water and not me. Burr

~ Rick

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Ruffled feathers

Another photo from earlier this summer. I believe this photo was taken at Garby Big Woods. It was windy, and her feathers were ruffled. Nature is not always perfect:).

~ Rick

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The inquisitive mind

This grey catbirds looks so curious. She reminds of the curiosity of a young child. When we are young, we are so open to new ideas, and change. As we get older, we tend to be less willing to change .. to has the ask questions that make us uncomfortable. Curiosity expands the mind!

I listened to the Akimbo podcast by Seth Godin. In a recent eposide, Seth takes about education. He specifically discussed issues with our education system in the US. I’m not going to dive into details, but recommend you listen to this when you have time. Here is the link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/akimbo-a-podcast-from-seth-godin/id1345042626?mt=2

What about you and me? I believe that individuals can cultivate a curious mind. This is not just for the young! Even someone in their ‘gold years’ can do things to help develop curiousity. Try do eat different foods, read broad opinions, listen to all kinds of people and ideas. This does not mean you will agree with everyone your read or hear, but it will broaden your base.

Have a great day!

~ Rick

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