Brown Headed Cowbird, Mars, PA
The brown-headed cowbird is another member of the menagerie that hangs out in our backyard. Our son Nick claims this is his favorite.
The cool thing about this bird is the iridescent nature of its silky black body. Sometimes he looks blue or purple depending on the lighting or angle. Such a beauty he is – eh?
The other day when it was pouring down rain, he was perched so regally above the feeder with the rain just rolling off his slick, drenched feathers.
He didn’t seem to mind at all, and I thought about the great lessons we can learn from nature…
about letting go of negative…
letting adversity just roll off our backs…
standing tall and proud no matter the circumstances….
looking good even with wet hair… 😉
Singing and dancing in the rain…
Thanks Mr. Cowbird!
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
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Beautiful.
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What a beautiful shot, and a perfect image to go with what you’ve written. He’s so regal looking!! Have a great day, Jodi! 💜
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What a beautiful bird…
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so pretty
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I love that this where your thoughts went looking at the beautiful little bird. We could all learn a lesson or two from nature!
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Funny how that happens – I just thought – what a great attitude he has! 🙂
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He does indeed! I have often thought that it is only in the first few moments that we initially get wet when we get caught in the rain, that are awful. If we just embrace it, soon we are puddle jumping & laughing like children!
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👍😜
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Such an attractive bird, the colors are great. The water can’t get below the top layer, high and dry!
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That last line. Love it. I really like your poems and photos of birds that visit your home. Makes my day. ♥
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What a sweet thing to say! ☺️. Thank you!
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You are so lucky to have such a variety of birds in your area. The cowbird is another beautiful bird.
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Never knew that’s what it’s called. Nice picture with the rain drops streaking. I sure am happy to see the sunshine today:)
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Meee too Mary!!
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Ah, a Cowbird! This is what a REAL one looks like! 🐄🐦
Enjoyed your thoughts about it too! 😊
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LOL! I love your version of birds!!!
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