Image by kenne
Drought Resistant
Tomorrow early, I will go to the canyon
and take photos of the fall colors,
but today I am staying home
trying to stay warm without a fire
in the fireplace watching the birds
gathering at the feeder.
Last night I could hear a few raindrops
landing on the skylight knowing that
it won’t last, and it didn’t — this is the desert.
I am amazed how long desert plants
can survive without water, but then
that’s why they are called drought resistant.
— kenne
“Bird Feeder” — Computer Art by kenne
— Gunter Grass
Cooper’s Hawk Visits Our Patio Fountain (July 10, 2016) — Image by kenne
This hawk was attracted by the doves below the bird feeder on the patio.
With a temperature of 103 degrees, might as well take a water break.
— kenne
Broad-billed Hummingbirds — Images by kenne
These images were taken at Sabino Canyon, one of six Hummingbird Monitoring Network locations in southern Arizona. Click here to learn more about this banding program and get information on how to volunteer.
kenne
“Cat In Mountain Cabin Window” — Image by kenne
Cat In Mountain Cabin Window
Embraced by the morning sun
The cat sits in the window
Watching our every move as
We walk near the small cabin.
Appearing to be along,
She oversees the bird feeder
Mounted outside the window,
A sentry or a predator?
kenne
If you look carefully, the bird feeder is located over my head.
kenne
