Surprise Visitors
Uploaded: January 19, 2014 07:28:56
We were experiencing sub-zero temps (with wind chill -40) along with deep snow during the Arctic Vortex when this Eastern Bluebird pair made a surprise appearance at my birdbath. I have never seen the bluebirds in my area after late autumn.
Juanice E. Harris January 19, 2014
Absolutely stunning!! #1560170Michelle Alton January 19, 2014
What a wonderful photo opportunity they've given you. You've taken perfect advantage! #10950955Virginia Kickle January 19, 2014
Thanks Jaunice and Michelle! It was such an unexpected treat to see them on the coldest day of the year. I haven't seen them since - I hope they went a little further South!Colette M. Metcalf January 19, 2014
I absolutely love this! What a wonderful capture! #10951094Virginia Kickle January 19, 2014
Thank you Colette. I love my bluebirds and was so thrilled to see them but I worried about them enduring such cold weather.#10951119
Jane Hirst February 26, 2014
I love the blue contrasted against the white snow. Nice detail and nice composition. The story line behind image just enhances the beauty. I hope these bluebirds are hanging in there okay. Congratulations on your Finalist. #10986773Virginia Kickle February 26, 2014
Thanks, Jane! The bluebird pair kept reappearing during some of the worst weather and I was always relieved to see them. The weather has moderated and I haven't seen them recently but I expect they will be checking out the bird house in about a month. #10986846Deb E. Cornelius February 26, 2014
How beautiful! Wonderful that you were able to capture their surprise visit! #10987028Virginia Kickle February 26, 2014
Thanks, Debra! #10987033Chris Budny February 27, 2014
Nice work, Virginia! I'm so tired of winter, but this almost makes me want another snowfall! #10987538JO ANN CLEVELAND February 27, 2014
Superb finalist, congrats Virginia, hope we see this in Gold too!jo ann c. #10987625
Virginia Kickle February 27, 2014
Thanks, Christopher and Jo Ann! This was one bright spot in this winter for me.Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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