On our Sunday afternoon paddle last weekend, we saw many feathered friends. Dragonflies were on the prowl, although winged not feathered. Ducks were swimming leisurely, confident in their aquatic universe.
We’d spotted a side pond a bit south of the boat rental after our previous excursion. This time we three paddled determinedly for the spot, wanting a bit of adventure.
Across the entrance to the pond, there lay a fallen tree. Although it looked a little intimidating, the trick was that the canoe could pass over it and the log would sink several inches temporarily and pop up again once we’d passed.
Once we’d entered those sheltered waters, we looked left to see what was hidden here. To balance my view, I looked right as well, and saw:
A great blue heron perched comfortably on a branch, not concerned about us floating by. It looked so sleepy, I didn’t want to scare him or her into taking flight by getting too close. Next time I’ll bring my zoom lens! Our outing was very relaxing for all three of us, make that four with the heron’s good nap.
How do you like to relax on the weekends?
Gracias for visiting Fake Flamenco! I appreciate your comments and stories. ¡Olé! –Rebecca
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A fun post.
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Thank you, Teresa! I was paddling with my phone handy, wishing I dared take my Canon with me…
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Sometimes the good reliable phone does the job!
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Thanks, it is good to have a handy back up!
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Well-spotted, Rebecca. Much like sights I see at the Preserve only not while on the water. Wouldn’t want to be paddling in reclaimed water even if it were allowed and I’m pretty sure most if not all of the lakes are too shallow.
janet
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Lovely post Rebecca and great photographs!
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Gracias, Francisco! I appreciate the compliment. You have stunning photos on your site.
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Thank you Rebecca, I am glad you liked them. Take good care and all the best. Greetings from Valencia
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wow! such a beauty! Glad you enjoyed the outing!
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Thank you! It was great family time.
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I love Great Blue Herons, but have never gotten a really good pictures. Yours is nice.
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Thank you, I appreciate the compliment. I hope to get a chance to look again “better armed” with a zoom lens. : )
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Hermosa aventura y fotos. Nada como la naturaleza para llenarnos de paz y energía positiva.
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Así es Mildred. Gracias por tus comentarios. Como te va? Ojalá que todo este bien contigo y con los tuyos.
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