Month: July 2023

Kites – Birds

I released my last bird babies yesterday. I always worry about them when I send them off into the world. I provide them supplemental food as safely as I can. Sometimes they take it, sometimes they move on. I am relieved to not have… Continue Reading “Kites – Birds”

short video life under the dock.

Got a new video camera and have been playing with it. The water quality in the marina varies quite bit. Most times there is a lot of suspended organic matter and limits visibility. Other times, as in the end of the clip, the visibility… Continue Reading “short video life under the dock.”

A Tarpon and Clover’s Trauma

Regis has been seeing tarpon in the marina and was able to grab a photo this evening. While he was doing that, we had a small situation at home. The dogs were playing out back and I left the door ajar for them to… Continue Reading “A Tarpon and Clover’s Trauma”

Hangry Baby Mockingbirds

I am raising my final batch of birds for the summer. Although the nesting season has not ended, I will be stopping after releasing my current 5 baby mockingbirds and 6 bluebirds. I will have taken in 102 birds this season. The current batch… Continue Reading “Hangry Baby Mockingbirds”

Baby Bluebirds and Mockingbirds Enjoying a Bath

I have five baby mockingbirds and six baby bluebirds that I am raising until ready for release. I have a small fountain I provide for the birds, but they only just discovered it today. It was a joy to watch and I got some… Continue Reading “Baby Bluebirds and Mockingbirds Enjoying a Bath”

Krakens First and Last Boat Visit

The St. Augustine 4th of July firework display can be seen from the marina where Regis keeps his boat. I decided to bring the dogs for their first visit to the boat to join us in watching the fireworks. They were hesitant to get… Continue Reading “Krakens First and Last Boat Visit”