Enjoying the little things. Animal Time
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Animals. Many of us have had the good fortune to share living spaces with animals of all kinds, anything from tiny goldfish to horses and everything in between. They come to us in different ways, sometimes planned, occasionally not, but in any case, we end up learning quite a bit from them. How many times have you arrived home on an especially challenging day to be greeted by a creature who is especially glad to see you? They listen, quietly gazing at us with soulful eyes, giving us the feeling we are truly appreciated.
An artist friend has ducks that visit her pool on a regular basis. Watching them traipse around her garden and take dips in the pool allow her many moments of relaxation and enjoyment. Humming birds also zip around her place and she has managed on a few occasions to snap some quick photos before they vanished.
Sitting with pets or watching creatures out in the garden can be a great way to get in touch with all that's good. Which animals will touch your world this week?
The sparrows who make an annual home in the birdhouse we have on the outside of our home will chatter, sing, and go about their business within a few feet of me as I go about my business in my kitchen. I love their companionship. I'll also enjoy the activities of the starlings who nest annually in a spot created by the architecture of our freestanding garage, a spot I can see from the windows over our kitchen sink. "Our" sparrows and starlings keep me humble; once their babies come—soon, I think—they are unflagging in their doing what is in front of them to do.
ReplyDeleteThe birds are delightful. I marvel at the variety and today, Dotty, the first hummingbird made its appearance!
DeleteHow lucky to be able to watch them nesting as you look from your kitchen.
Love these drawings!! Nice thoughts. I love animals, especially dogs. My dogs make me laugh from my soul. So fun to just sit and watch outside from the patio. And watching animals watching other animals- a double treat!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Laurie. I bet you are having a blast watching the new pup explore the place with Wade to keep an eye on things1 Yes, animals watching animals...lovely! (and a great idea for another quick sketch!)
DeleteThis week it was dolphins and sea lions, sea gulls too.
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