Almere, NL 2016, processed 2019

This downy woodpecker was waiting to fly up to the suet feeder during a snow squall one winter. It was grasping a lilac branch outside one of my windows. This was taken in Northeastern PA.

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I was watching this male Downy woodpecker during a snow squall. It was determined to keep hanging onto a lilac branch, waiting to fly up to the suet feeder underneath my porch awning.

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Coastal Oregon

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It's not the SIZE of the dog in the fight, but the size of the FIGHT in the dog

I rise and fall, yet through it all

This much remains

I want one moment in time

When I'm more than I thought I could be

When all of my dreams are a heartbeat away

And the answers are all up to me

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LOCATION - Photo taken at Srooc Skytower Memorial Stadium - Home of the famous Second Life Cheerleading Squad!

SLCS Sport Complex offers cheerleading, football, soccer and other sports.

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Even when it snows hard outside and I put plenty of food out for the squirrels there is always one that has to raid the bird feeders.

The Bald Eagle locks in on it's target.

CRC, Vittoria, ON

The little pirate and his trusty companion sail the seven seas…

Skippy envisioned his universe with the help of the following exceptional creations:

The Dove & Pear’s Pirate Sled & Bucket Tow, Cloth Bird, Journal, Hat, and Spyglass, which are all part of the Pirate Play Adventure Collection, which is available at The Arcade!

Also make sure to stop by The Dove & Pear's Mainstore to experience their wonder-full and inspiring work and world.

Your ship to The Dove & Pear Mainstore!

In addition, the little explorer created with:

8f8’s The Oaks, which are part of The Way of The Oaks Collection!

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Keep exploring.

Keep discovering.

Keep shining bright, my friends!

Nuthatch [Sitta]

At a Culzean Country Park, today. This wee guy kept trying to get piece of coconut from a shell, hanging on a tree. He was very wary of me, but was obviously quite hungry. He kept appearing, then flying off, before getting something to eat. Here, he eventually grabbed a piece and I was lucky enough to snap him before he swooped away, again.

SW Scotland

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I really do believe that most anything can be sorted out with a little determination... and a lot of coffee.

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Where there's a will....there's a way.

Berliner Philharmonie

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RKO_0467. Immature White-tailed Eagle aggressively approaching the landing strip!

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This chap was determined to get a place on the suet feeder which was filled with several other Yellow-rumped (Myrtle) Warblers. This was taken at my friend's house. She tells me that she can barely keep the suet feeder filled. I'll be heading back with the camera today or tomorrow to see what excitement is forthcoming!

Yellow-rumped Warbler Male (Dendroica coronata)

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus)

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A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles. ~ Christopher Reeve

Portrait of John member of the Nyikina Mangala people from a remote region of the Kimberley in Australia. Taken during healthy country planning meeting in Derby Australia. Read more about The Nature Conservancy’s work in Australia on healthy country planning and the Nyikina Mangala native title designation below:

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These towers stand 250 to 300 feet above the desert floor. They are incredible all on their own. Even more so with a star filled sky.

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Determination is powerful

Canton, GA

The fish put up quite a fight but this osprey was not taking 'no' for an answer.

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Eagles at Conowingo Dam.

This day started beautiful but turned quickly as things can do in the desert. I had the drone up circling the towers and felt a small smack on my forehead. No it wasn't Bea, it was hail. I quickly got the drone in luckily had this shot already taken. We went back with our tails between our legs. Thanks for looking at my ridiculous attempts at professional photos!! Kris..

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Busy as a Bee for sure. It may just start with determination to work hard for yourself and others who may also depend upon you. Having pride in what we do and how we perform our duties can be a reflection on how we see ourselves and how we learned some of life’s more important lessons. Always doing our best in whatever it is we do is like putting our personal signature on our accomplishments. Do your best, stand tall and be proud. Thanks for viewing my work. Stay safe and stay determined.

Coot (Fulica atra)

Peak Forest Canal, near Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, England.

Got this.

Surfin' in Santa Cruz, California.

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As I was on my way to work, a crow kept on attacking me for no apparent reason at all.

They say that if this happens, a crow’s nest is most probably near by. Well, that’s the determination to protect I saw that day even though I’m not doing anything wrong.

This piece is the first one I draw in Washington and it is based on Mr. Lorcan Keating’s photography as I obviously cannot sketch while I’m being attacked ;)

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Addams Gacha Trade

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Last blooming sunflower here at home. The sweltering temps wilted the petals and they never filled out completely, but it rose to the occasion. This sunnie is a mammoth variety and it is 7 ft. tall.

I did it!! I made a shadow with the faith of a friend. :)

This little White-eyed Vireo certainly set the tone for our Christmas Bird Count, and was one of the less common species we sighted at the start of our seven-hour count.

Mallard Duckling at Reifel Bird Sanctuary, Delta BC Canada