Budding by cjwhite

Budding

We had more rain today. It finally stopped around lunch time. While I was doing my pic walking, I noticed just how many of the trees and bushes are budding. The warm days and rain have really brought them out. My daffodils have buds, too. My Mom already has blooms on hers. I hope the colder weather that's in the forecast for the weekend doesn't hurt the new buds.

Field Sparrows are my go to bird. I can always get pics of them. There are always lots of them and they aren't skittish. :0)

Thank you for your kind comments and faves on my bird pics this week!!! I saw another butterfly, Monday. That gives me hope that spring will be here soon. I'm ready for butterfly and wildflower pics! :0)

I posted a pic from Jan.15 in my other album. It's good for a smile.
http://365project.org/cjwhite/my-little-world/02-01-2012
Great job! What kind of zoom do you have? You do excellent!!
February 2nd, 2012  
This is so clear and sharp! Your rain came our way....by last half the day, it was pouring pretty good here. I noticed yesterday, as I checked those "Cherry" or berry trees that used to have tons of robins on them, that we have buds starting too! Yay! I have NOT seen a b fly yet.
February 2nd, 2012  
Camera envy...!
February 2nd, 2012  
Another totally amazing shot!!
February 2nd, 2012  
Wonderful shot! It seems like Old Man Winter is leaving early this year. We saw new leaves and buds on the shrubs along the river during our nature walk on Sunday. Craziness for January-February!
February 2nd, 2012  
Beautifully clear shot, almost feels as if you could reach out a touch the branch.
February 2nd, 2012  
What color coordination! You attract and capture the loveliest birds!
February 2nd, 2012  
OMG ! Your birds are awsome. I just started following you and I'm smitten. Would you mind to share what kind of lens are you using ? Thanks.
February 2nd, 2012  
@keyt427 Thank you! I use a Canon 75-300mm zoom lens.
February 2nd, 2012  
Very nice!
February 2nd, 2012  
SWEET! Oh he is the sweetest looking little guy! When I look close....it almost looks like he has an ear. do you see it?
February 2nd, 2012  
butterflies, daffodils, buds on the trees ... i'm very envious. love your little sparrow, the focus is perfect.
February 2nd, 2012  
Oh nice. I hope to have something better than the 18-55 I have. Keep up the great work!!
February 2nd, 2012  
@bardejov Thank you! I use a Canon 75-300mm zoom lens.
February 2nd, 2012  
@marytj Thank you, Mary! Yes, I thought the same thing. :0)
February 2nd, 2012  
@sunnygreenwood Thank you, Anne! I'm envious of your beautiful snow!!! :0)
February 2nd, 2012  
i don't know if butterflies can top your birds.
February 2nd, 2012  
This is so sweet with the bird in the center and the branches and leaves (!) beyond!
February 2nd, 2012  
Your birds always look like they have their Sunday best on when you shoot their photos! Always perfect! :)
February 2nd, 2012  
Wonderful photo. Such a docile looking sparrow.
February 2nd, 2012  
Kim
wonderful capture.
February 2nd, 2012  
Our daffodils are blooming too. I don't think there's going to be any winter this year! This is a pretty little bird--unusual colours
February 2nd, 2012  
How the heck do you pull this off everyday? No seriously...I need to know! Great shot, again!!!
February 2nd, 2012  
@5unflow3r Thank you, Trina! I do a lot of walking around the place looking for birds and I hang out around the bird feeders. I take lots of pics that go in the recycle bin. I get pics of empty branches, bird butts, and pics with branches in the way to name a few. LOL! :0)
February 2nd, 2012  
Beautiful
February 2nd, 2012  
What a beautiful clear shot you got of this little guy!
February 2nd, 2012  
excellent capture - just excellent carolyn!
February 2nd, 2012  
Very pretty shot. Fabulous details and clarity.
February 2nd, 2012  
So pretty. Sharp and nicely framed.
February 2nd, 2012  
I hope we do not get a surprise snow storm or blizzard. That is goinmg to shock nature back a few months.
February 2nd, 2012  
great close up capture
February 2nd, 2012  
Such a great shot, Carolyn. And such a pretty "go to" bird. The only ones I see around here, which hasn't been much lately, are black. Just don't see as many pretty birds as you or Brian B. do.
February 2nd, 2012  
Beautiful bird
February 2nd, 2012  
gorgeous.. i wish i could do this..mine are always too far away...
February 2nd, 2012  
Beautiful! I love the colors in this shot!
February 2nd, 2012  
Wonderful capture of this sweet bird.
February 2nd, 2012  
Lovely capture!
February 2nd, 2012  
This is sooo pretty, I think birds are your thing
No more cats and flutterbys for you xx
February 2nd, 2012  
Great capture of the little sparrow - I think this one is posing for you :)
February 2nd, 2012  
Beautiful shot Carolyn.
February 2nd, 2012  
Very cute!
February 2nd, 2012  
Amazingly clear. Love it.
February 2nd, 2012  
Love those tail feathers, pretty shot
February 2nd, 2012  
Wow , amazing . Love you bird pic
February 2nd, 2012  
Love his delicate colouring - and loving the buds more!
February 2nd, 2012  
Love this!
February 3rd, 2012  
great shot!
February 3rd, 2012  
OMG stunningly beautiful shot Carolyn. A fav ♥
February 3rd, 2012  
Great shot. Excellent clarity and an interesting bird.
February 3rd, 2012  
beautiful capture
February 4th, 2012  
Your buddy among the buds makes for a perfect shot. Lovely nature photo!
February 4th, 2012  
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