tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.comments2023-11-05T01:42:06.365-06:00A Charm of FinchesPenny Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.comBlogger181125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-38935182958259697942021-09-28T05:23:30.422-05:002021-09-28T05:23:30.422-05:00That's so fantastic!
I've only seen on...That's so fantastic!<br /><br /> I've only seen one yellow-headed before & that was up in Iowa many years ago.<br /><br /> One of my favorite early birding stories happened in about 1998.<br /><br /> My boyfriend & I were living in a 2nd story apartment that had a huge tree that grew close to the house & the front porch.<br />It had those itty-bitty, adorable pine cones. <br /><br /> I had just begun "seriously" birding-- which to me meant that I bought my first pair of binoculars-- or, "nocs" as we liked to call them, or "goggles"--- we thought we were cool. <br /> <br /> That winter we noticed that red-winged cross bills were hanging out in that tree eating the pine cone seeds!<br /><br /> Fortunately, we snapped several pix & got them developed.<br /><br /> We attended our first Audubon Christmas bird count that December & mingled a bit afterward.<br /><br /> As we were in our late 20s & seemingly the youngest folks there-- by about 50 years, we felt largely ignored... <br /> --Until we mentioned the red-winged cross bills!!!<br /> Of course, we were met with largely disbelieving responses, that were quickly quelled when we mentioned that we got photographic proof!!!<br /><br /> We became the <br />Baby Belles of the Ball, <br />after that!!!<br /><br />It was so much fun! <br /><br />And a prime reason to keep yer camera at the ready!! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09586562665489726740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-81039320489694163252018-11-08T10:19:32.115-06:002018-11-08T10:19:32.115-06:00Aw, this was a really nice post. In idea I want to...Aw, this was a really nice post. In idea I want to put in writing like this additionally – taking time and actual effort to make an excellent article… but what can I say… I procrastinate alot and by no means appear to get one thing done. <a href="https://onlinecasino2018.us.org" rel="nofollow">online casino bonus</a>yosabrams0918https://www.blogger.com/profile/11140186761749280113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-79167407151217400332017-04-26T17:21:29.752-05:002017-04-26T17:21:29.752-05:00Best of luck to all. Be safe.Best of luck to all. Be safe.MAChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16107776055302519109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-17304009043344092562016-05-01T16:50:05.478-05:002016-05-01T16:50:05.478-05:00We wish you the greatest luck, Penny, and are eage...We wish you the greatest luck, Penny, and are eager to follow your tweets. Have a wonderful time.Elizabeth B Hawleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06238633678659655195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-60723287925417075082016-01-03T13:51:51.284-06:002016-01-03T13:51:51.284-06:00You're welcome, Elizabeth! Haven't seen yo...You're welcome, Elizabeth! Haven't seen you in a while--miss you.Penny Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-83079719933108289752015-12-31T13:06:18.084-06:002015-12-31T13:06:18.084-06:00Great review. Thanks!Great review. Thanks!Elizabeth B Hawleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06238633678659655195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-33315043908782082572014-10-03T11:37:58.905-05:002014-10-03T11:37:58.905-05:00The important thing is you did find it!
Thanks, K...The important thing is you did find it!<br /><br />Thanks, Kathleen!Penny Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-5093507636550189422014-09-30T00:00:10.802-05:002014-09-30T00:00:10.802-05:00Wow, sorry it took me so long to find this! No, I ...Wow, sorry it took me so long to find this! No, I don't believe I knew either of those folks...I left WF for Louisiana in 1975, so I'm sure there are a lot of long-time members I never met. I'll try to get something for your newsletter to you soon. Thanks!Kathleen Harringtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15688186501273688873noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-1028575692576173192014-04-29T08:29:08.591-05:002014-04-29T08:29:08.591-05:00Thought this would appeal to you. Thought this would appeal to you. Penny Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-68152724580303128652014-04-27T08:32:45.901-05:002014-04-27T08:32:45.901-05:00Fun!Fun!Elizabeth B Hawleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06238633678659655195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-16511975797572302402013-12-09T09:16:37.559-06:002013-12-09T09:16:37.559-06:00Hi Kathleen,
Thanks for the information on the Wi...Hi Kathleen,<br /><br />Thanks for the information on the Wichita Falls count. I don't know if any of the current members were members 40 years ago--perhaps Jimmy Hoover or Earl Anderson (either of those names ring a bell?) It would be really nice to have a short bit of information we could include in our club newsletter for the current members. If you would like to send something, please email me at txbirds@gmail.com.Penny Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-72863212493851824612013-12-07T21:48:55.947-06:002013-12-07T21:48:55.947-06:00Hi, Penny,
In the spring of 1973, several friends...Hi, Penny,<br /><br />In the spring of 1973, several friends and I started the NTBWC, and we held the first Christmas Bird Count in December of that year. So congratulations--this is your 40th anniversary!<br /><br />If you want to know more about the club's beginnings, send me a note.<br /><br />Good birding,<br />Kathleen Harrington (formerly Zinn)Kathleen Harringtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15688186501273688873noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-39067761587800329602013-08-25T10:37:55.700-05:002013-08-25T10:37:55.700-05:00Dana, Enjoyed it! Any excuse to bird, I always say...Dana, Enjoyed it! Any excuse to bird, I always say! Glad you got a couple of lifers--it will get harder as you get a bigger list, but the thrill is the same! A report going up in a few minutes. Any time you want to bird, come on down! We also have a monthly bird walk in Lake Arrowhead State Park on the second Saturday of every month. 8 AM until next summer. That would make the next one Sep 14.Penny Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-43607182095721333612013-08-24T12:55:00.562-05:002013-08-24T12:55:00.562-05:00Thank you, Penny! I got to add several species to...Thank you, Penny! I got to add several species to my lifetime list, and also got to add a friend. See you again! DanaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189183237213551412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-14732261635192107482013-08-12T22:55:20.380-05:002013-08-12T22:55:20.380-05:00Thanks, Elizabeth! You're right, wonderful bir...Thanks, Elizabeth! You're right, wonderful birds today. <br />Penny Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-47205824699192045142013-08-12T18:31:51.756-05:002013-08-12T18:31:51.756-05:00Happy birthday, Penny! Nice birthday birds.Happy birthday, Penny! Nice birthday birds.Elizabeth B Hawleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06238633678659655195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-38431576421944406562013-07-07T08:02:47.001-05:002013-07-07T08:02:47.001-05:00Neat!Neat!Elizabeth B Hawleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06238633678659655195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-76356339448199300042013-05-29T13:09:21.952-05:002013-05-29T13:09:21.952-05:00What a little sweetheart. What is the diagnosis?What a little sweetheart. What is the diagnosis?Elizabeth B Hawleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06238633678659655195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-56985139924237646622013-05-28T21:45:10.222-05:002013-05-28T21:45:10.222-05:00The consensus seems to be a Common Loon, although ...The consensus seems to be a Common Loon, although a couple of folks have indicated it is also possible it's a Pacific. Penny Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-27274726952892676822013-04-28T18:43:47.192-05:002013-04-28T18:43:47.192-05:00Nice birding! Nice birding! Elizabeth B Hawleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06238633678659655195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-84977727486676066802013-02-11T14:40:04.736-06:002013-02-11T14:40:04.736-06:00I'm glad I had a chance to go--even for a litt...I'm glad I had a chance to go--even for a little bit. I hope my cough is finally gone for the Great Backyard Bird Count this weekend!Penny Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-8442903707344750942013-02-10T19:25:03.302-06:002013-02-10T19:25:03.302-06:00You often go above and beyond, Penny!You often go above and beyond, Penny!Elizabeth B Hawleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06238633678659655195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-73271402583698422232013-01-11T11:24:23.841-06:002013-01-11T11:24:23.841-06:00Any time, Elizabeth!Any time, Elizabeth!Penny Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-80466259885908245612013-01-07T16:39:24.341-06:002013-01-07T16:39:24.341-06:00I am delighted that you will resume blogging. I ho...I am delighted that you will resume blogging. I hope that I will be able to tag along on some of your birding, too!Elizabeth B Hawleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06238633678659655195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520407938864989108.post-25411646515495699772012-11-24T21:13:07.454-06:002012-11-24T21:13:07.454-06:00Thanks for all your support, Elizabeth!Thanks for all your support, Elizabeth!Penny Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382323638623048385noreply@blogger.com