Hubby and I have had one busy year,,things are finally slowing down,looking so forward to sitting by the fire this winter,,I love all the seasons and I try my best to enjoy them all..
As you know we have a lot of different wildlife that visits our yard almost daily because we live out in the woods,,One morning I go out to feed my Boxer dogs(we have 3)and I heard something up in the rafters in the out building where I keep my dogs food,I looked up and there was this grouse.
She had roost there for the night,hubby said it was a female because she didn't have the puffed up feathers on her head like the male does..but I was thinking of all things here is this beautiful grouse for me to see and snap a shot or two..hubby said she would look so good all golden brown,,I said NO WAY,,,but he was just kidding,,He knows the yard and the land around the yard is off limits because that is my space...isn't she pretty though???
When it starts getting cooler you start to see all kinds of these little woolly boogers everywhere,they are really cute to as long as they don't get on me..
She had roost there for the night,hubby said it was a female because she didn't have the puffed up feathers on her head like the male does..but I was thinking of all things here is this beautiful grouse for me to see and snap a shot or two..hubby said she would look so good all golden brown,,I said NO WAY,,,but he was just kidding,,He knows the yard and the land around the yard is off limits because that is my space...isn't she pretty though???When it starts getting cooler you start to see all kinds of these little woolly boogers everywhere,they are really cute to as long as they don't get on me..well you all take care and get out there and enjoy your fall...it is magnificent!!!!
I LOVE fall in Kentucky! It's breathtaking! Ok, not so much this year with the drought and all.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you, this grouse is beautiful!
They always say the male birds are the prettiest, but I love them all!
Happy Fall Ya'll !!
Very beautiful header, Andora and cute visitor!
ReplyDeleteSpeaking of visitors, I caught just a glimpse of something with coal black fur, but bigger than a skunk or raccoon, as it disappeared behind honeysuckle bushes across the ravine.
It left me curious.
Hi Andora.
ReplyDeleteI love your pictures. And although I don't live in Kentucky ( I live in Northeastern PA) we have many furry creatures that visit us here. I need to keep a camera on hand so I can snap some pictures as well. From one country girl to another, thank you so much for the lovely inspiration.
Dawn from The Pip Berry Tree
Hi Andora
ReplyDeletewe have been busy this year to love to see what you have been doing I am loving this time of year. have a good one and stay safe
Beck
He is a beautiful bird. And what a lovely surprise he must have been for you. Can't beat country living, can you?
ReplyDeletehey andora! was just in lex yesterday and today and the trees on i64 were really looking good! love your little visitor! you are so lucky to have received the gift of seeing her and to be able to photograph her. boo to bad hubby wanting to eat her...grrrrrr. thankfully your yard rules!; ) have never seen a grouse before in person on our farm...
ReplyDeleteHey There my Friend!
ReplyDeleteThe grouse is just beautiful...Everything on your Sunny Ridge is beautiful.....What's the latest on the chipmunk....is Shag leaving them alone....
The grouse is so pretty...great photos. How wonderful your place is!
ReplyDeleteAmy
The grouse would be an exciting find for me; nice shots! I have to say I really love the woolly caterpillar, tho! Way too cool! Love your header photo too!
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful grouse, your photos are gorgeous. just hopped over here from farm tails. would love for you to visit our new blog!
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, is that last photo a caterpillar? I'm a country girl too, but i would have second thoughts about approaching this one.
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice surprise to come upon. Those little wooly boogers can stay away from me, though. I don't think I've seen a solid white one like that before.
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