Through the Lens Week 42

'So the darkness shall be the light and the stillness the dancing.'
~ T.S. Eliot





We are sharing this week with:

Our World Tuesday, Black and White Wednesday, Alphabe Thursday, Little Things Thursday and Haiku My Heart, Haiku Friday.



'Birds of a feather' flocking to feeder in our world on Cape Ann MA





Black and White shot of Birds 'dining' on Cape Ann MA





J ~ for January ~ Bird life on Cape Ann MA 






She knows this is a different camera ~ hence the 'quizzical' look, I think.




Haiku thoughts on Winter on Cape Ann MA





Seems to be a 'bird' week this week. It is not my usual type of
photography but hope you have enjoyed it.

Wishing you the best in each day. xoxoxo

Your posted comments are delighting us as always, thanks!




Comments

  1. Fun60January 19, 2015 at 4:30 PM

    The birds are enjoying the feeder.

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  2. mickJanuary 19, 2015 at 4:41 PM

    Great bird photos and very nice to see them feeding. I always wonder how such delicate little creatures manage to survive the cold where you are! The photo of your little dog is lovely!

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  3. Yamini MacLeanJanuary 19, 2015 at 4:42 PM

    Hari Om
    Love them - J for January especially. Haiku is appreciated... Blessings, YAM xx

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  4. CarverJanuary 19, 2015 at 5:15 PM

    Wonderful shots of the birds and dog.

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  5. Linda KayJanuary 19, 2015 at 5:30 PM

    Well, at least the birds are sharing the food, right? Do you think Artmuse is really wondering about the camera, or looking for maybe a little treat? So cute.

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  6. AlJanuary 19, 2015 at 8:05 PM

    It's always nice to see birds on a feeder - I would like to put one up. And Artmuse Dog is cute, as always!

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  7. Photo CacheJanuary 20, 2015 at 1:06 AM

    I like watching the birds on the feeder.

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  8. IndraniJanuary 20, 2015 at 2:02 AM

    Great captures. The haiku so well done.

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  9. MariJanuary 20, 2015 at 2:29 AM

    Haiku's nice. Love the mention if lights in January...mire brighter days, yes it gives me hope. Great pictures too.

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  10. miss-red-foxJanuary 20, 2015 at 3:24 AM

    I'm not a bird photographer, either, but I like to watch them in the garden - if there are any. You seem to have some nice species there.

    And I wanted to say it but always forgot: your dog is really cute! Have a nice day!

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2015 at 3:30 AM

    Awww -how sweet!

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  12. eileeninmdJanuary 20, 2015 at 6:49 AM

    Hello Carol, I always enjoy the birds and your cute doggie.. I am happy to see the days growing longer, pretty haiku! Have a happy week!

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  13. Yogi♪♪♪January 20, 2015 at 7:10 AM

    Love the birds, love your haiku.

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  14. Linda KunsmanJanuary 20, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    great bird photos! I'd so love to put one of those feeders out but my dog would go nuts after the bits that would drop on the ground. Another beautiful haiku and digital pic too.

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  15. RitaJanuary 20, 2015 at 12:51 PM

    Yes, loved the birds! :)

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  16. Reader WilJanuary 20, 2015 at 1:39 PM

    Nice to see the birds on the feeder! I have exactly the same view of birds hanging on the feeder!
    Have a great week.
    Wil, ABCW Team

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  17. ElaJanuary 20, 2015 at 3:53 PM

    That's always nice to see birds on a feeder !
    Carol, your shots are gorgeous !

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  18. Jenn JilksJanuary 20, 2015 at 9:03 PM

    I love your puppy! (Don't tell our 5 cats!!!)

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  19. Jill HarrisonJanuary 20, 2015 at 10:18 PM

    I am sure the birds relish your bird feeder in winter. Lovely to visit.
    Keep warm and have a wonderful week, and thank you for stopping by my blog.

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  20. Joe ToddJanuary 21, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    Enjoyed the photos and post. Squirrels getting my bird feeders this winter

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  21. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2015 at 9:35 AM

    Ha! Love the quizical look!

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  22. HansHBJanuary 21, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    A great b&w composition!
    My post: https://hanshb.wordpress.com/

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  23. abriannaJanuary 21, 2015 at 3:51 PM

    Nice black and white of the bird feeding.

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  24. chasing the sunJanuary 21, 2015 at 4:26 PM

    Beautiful photos :-0

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  25. UnknownJanuary 21, 2015 at 5:15 PM

    Wow! I love all the birds photos and artmuse the dog is ever so cute xoxo

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  26. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2015 at 8:43 PM

    These are lovely photos! And you've reminded me that I need to fill the bird feeders. Have a great week!

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  27. Jenn JilksJanuary 21, 2015 at 9:17 PM

    She is so beautifully groomed! I'm having trouble brushing my newbie. She's not used to grooming!

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  28. GattinaJanuary 22, 2015 at 2:45 AM

    Beautiful bird pictures and of course the little doggy is so cute !

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  29. Dominique GohJanuary 22, 2015 at 5:50 AM

    Love your dog. She is super cute!! Interesting set of photos this week.

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  30. storybeaderJanuary 22, 2015 at 8:35 AM

    I'm surprised that the blue jays are going for the suet. Just the woodpeckers (and squirrels) are on my mother's. Love their color! {:-D

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    1. carol l mckennaJanuary 22, 2015 at 10:45 AM

      It is a wood pecker that you see in the photo ~ but I did see bluejays once at the feeder ~ they are scavengers but pretty ~

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  31. 4 Lettre WordsJanuary 22, 2015 at 11:52 AM

    Great eye...and lovely shots!

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  32. Mitzi January 22, 2015 at 12:11 PM

    It is so nice to see that the birds are being fed during the cold winter days! Lovely photos Carol! Stay warm

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  33. LmkazmierczakJanuary 22, 2015 at 12:12 PM

    Nice series...loved the sparkles on Artmuse♪

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  34. KimJanuary 22, 2015 at 1:44 PM

    I love busy bird feeders in winter.

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  35. Tamar SBJanuary 22, 2015 at 5:39 PM

    Hope you're staying warm!

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  36. Su-sieee! MacJanuary 22, 2015 at 6:29 PM

    Cool photos of the birds. You've given me an idea to do something similar with one of the wire cages I have hanging on the tree. Thanks.

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  37. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 12:55 AM

    I love the birds. The woodpecker is beautiful. Have a great weekend!

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  38. PondsideJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:16 AM

    Isn't it lovely, in the middle of a busy day, to stop to watch the birds? Thanks for sharing your moment with the birds!

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  39. J CJanuary 23, 2015 at 8:55 AM

    Beautiful nature photo. Love the birds. January darkness fades too slowly.

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  40. BuckeroomamaJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:09 AM

    There's something starkly beautiful about those bare branches...

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  41. LauraJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:56 AM

    Beautiful offerings dear Carol!

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  42. Magical Mystical TeacherJanuary 23, 2015 at 10:39 AM

    Darkness can't fade fast enough for some people, although I rather enjoy the short days and long nights, because they encourage me to slow down.

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  43. gmaJanuary 23, 2015 at 12:52 PM

    January days growing in the light.
    :-)

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  44. Annie JeffriesJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:54 PM

    January darkness surrounds us, Carol. The winter fog is hovering over our valley. Days go by without good sunlight. We so look forward to warming and February.

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  45. JimJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:41 PM

    Your January looks great !!
    It showed to me that "Art" isu a girl dog! She likes your new camera.

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  46. foxysueJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:29 PM

    I detected more light today, a feeling of anticipation,
    enjoy your weekend. x

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  47. The Artful DivaJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:41 PM

    I love watching birds at the feeder.

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  48. rebeccaJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:09 PM

    dear carol,
    so lovely to move toward brighter warmer days together.
    xo

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  49. LeaJanuary 25, 2015 at 12:59 AM

    I always enjoy what you share Carol! Love the sparkle on your little muse... and the warmth of your haiku... Have a beautiful weekend!

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  50. Gillena CoxJanuary 25, 2015 at 8:58 AM

    a lovely sharing

    have a good week

    much love...

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