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The apparel of the people in today’s photographs demonstrates that, although dry, the day was once more cold and dismal.
Those walking along Mudeford quay or on the spit were well wrapped up.
We have never seen the water so low at this spot, where the burnt sienna of the exposed sandbank blended with the indigos of the Isle of Wight and The Needles.
It was Jackie who realised the purpose of the red and green buoys was to guide seafarers like these jet skiers, who obligingly arrived to prove her point, round the sandbank.
A gull made off with a crab.
Not far from the quay is Avon Beach, where, again, those who had ventured onto the sands were swathed in warm clothing.
A menacing crow lurched awkwardly across the sand.
This evening we dined on a pepperoni pizza topped with additional cheese and tomato, accompanied by salad, with which I drank more of the merlot.
merlot goes with anything is my understanding.
Quite so, What…. Many thanks
very very very cool crow photo, one of those, wish I had done that <3 <3 superb and playful, although those birds do disturb me a bit….never trust them and always keep an eye on their antics <3
Very many thanks, Kim
That crow picture is amazing derrick. What a lovely place to walk
It seems a lot of people were about on the beach, even with the chill. The gull with the crab is a great capture, and I also like the crow. I wonder if he was checking out goodies left on the beach.
On a Sunday afternoon people will always give it a go. I think you are right about the crow, Merril. I didn’t see the crab until I looked at the photo. Thanks very much.
Looks like a nice day. We have a crow or raven in our yard here in the US, and he has only one foot, so we call him Pegleg. He hops about a little more than the others do, but does well enough.
Thanks very much, Donnalee. It is amazing how well birds can do with just one leg
He seems okay, and I throw peanuts and grains in to the grass specifically for him, since it seems like it would be harder on him on the small cement patio where we feed the other creatures. Then again, the silly squirrels hide the peanuts in the grass, so he must have a fairly steady supply there already.
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Our weather has pretty much been the same as yours the past four days – Siddy has had to wear his rain coat which he hates and it takes me an age to get all my layers on ready to walk in the rain and the wind! But still there have been many moments when I’ve thought I should have my (phone) camera with me….
Thanks very much, Pauline. So we have both been “walking in the rain”
That crow looks a bit like it’s wishing it’d stayed indoors. 🙂
That would have been sensible, Widders. Many thanks
Glad to hear your pizza had extra cheese…that’s always a must. As I tell my Derek, you can never have enough cheese.
Jackie’s view entirely, Jill. Many thanks
Nice to get an exact reading of the moon and you could anticipate the next extreme low tide.
I never thought of that, Paol. Thanks a lot
We have an antique clock which shows the moon’s phases. We can watch for the next full one
Great crow picture! And the people are dressed like Mainers. 😉
So they are, Laurie. Many thanks
Looks cold, I’d be rugged up too. A glass of red always helps. Cheers 🍷
Cheers, Miriam
The full holding a crab in it’s beak was such an awesome and stunning capture, Derrick. Wow!
I was amazed, too, when I saw the shot on the screen. Many thanks, Robin
It is so clear! 🕊️ Have a peaceful day, Derrick (and Jackie 💕)!
You, too, Robin
An excellent photo of the seagull. It looks like a good time to dig for clams. I don’t see any buckets and shovels. Is this not a good spot?
It is a good spot, but the temperature was in low single figures. Many thanks, Nicki
Actually, we don’t have clams, but people dig for lugworms as fishing bait
I may not always take to time to comment, but I always look forward to your posts Derrick! 🙂 <3
That’s good, Natalie. Many thanks
You’re welcome😊❤️
The gull who captured the crab has been captured adeptly by your camera.
Thanks very much, Uma. I hope you continue to improve
No sign of Summer anywhere it seems!
We had that ten days ago 🙂 Thanks a lot, Andrew
It definitely looked more wintery than you would expect going into May. Hopefully, the weather will pick up soon – supposedly 21 degrees next weekend.
Let’s hope, Helen. Many thanks
Yes, let’s hope, Derrick!
Chilly, chilly everywhere! Excellent photos, especially the birds!
Thanks very much, Clare
The birds all over are in their busy time.. Feeding their young.. LOVED all your photos Derrick. It is bitter cold out in the wind today,, So I bet it was bracing at the beach..
It most certainly was, Sue. Many thanks
Lovely photos. The beach did look a little cold.
Thanks a lot, Andrew. It sure was
I think that old Crow really summed up your post beautifully.
Enjoyed your pictorial view of Winter.
Many thanks, Ian
We are swathed in warm clothes too; our nights are finally in their teens (ºC)
Would that ours were, Mary. Many thanks