Surprise Visitors

© Virginia Kickle

Surprise Visitors

Uploaded: January 19, 2014

Description

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.


Comments

Juanice E. Harris January 19, 2014

Absolutely stunning!! #1560170

Michelle Alton January 19, 2014

What a wonderful photo opportunity they've given you. You've taken perfect advantage! #10950955

Virginia 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!
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Colette M. Metcalf January 19, 2014

I absolutely love this! What a wonderful capture! #10951094

Virginia 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.

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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. #10986773

Virginia 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. #10986846

Deb E. Cornelius February 26, 2014

How beautiful! Wonderful that you were able to capture their surprise visit! #10987028

Virginia Kickle February 26, 2014

Thanks, Debra! #10987033

Chris Budny level-deluxe February 27, 2014

Nice work, Virginia! I'm so tired of winter, but this almost makes me want another snowfall! #10987538

JO 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.
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