With winds speeding upwards of 40 m.p.h. my major contribution today was to lay garden furniture on its back.
Jackie spent the morning repotting plants that attracted what is now an entourage of two robins and a baby blackbird which, having been led to the larder by Nugget who also brought one of his offspring, joined in the general hindrance.
The first two of these gallery images, all made by Jackie, contain “Where’s Nugget Junior?” (1 & 2); the next two “Where’s Nugget?” (81 & 82); and the last pair “Where’s Baby Blackbird?) (1 & 2).
Click on any image to access the gallery. Scroll down to view full size. A further click or two will produce much more biggification.
What the world needs now is https://youtu.be/LanCLS_hIo4
Play it while seeking the three little birds.
This evening we dined on Jackie’s succulent beef and mushroom pie; tasty new potatoes; crunchy carrots and bright green broccoli, with which she drank Becks and I finished the Carles.
I found all of Jackie’s avian family. 🙂 That is a wonderful song selection. I hope the message proves correct. Things are getting pretty scary over here.
Fun puzzle 🙂
Thanks for all the challenges, Jackie. A couple of the pictures made me hesitate, but I did it!! You’ve gotten as sneaky as Derrick! 🙂
Thanks very much from us both, GP.
Thank you for the Bob Marley interlude! I’m listening to it now.
Thank you very much, Liz
You’re welcome, Derrick. The song is still playing in my head.
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Fun searches for sure. The Marley number is perfect for the times and a thoughtful share for us!
Thank you very much, Maj
It was seriously windy. The song is perfect,
Thank you so much, Gary.
That song made me cry. So glad you included it. I am so hopeful, and working hard to make sure that THIS is the time that we begin to change.
I found all of Jackie’s three little bird pictures. You guys clearly have the best spot in town. Hugs to you.
Thank you so much, Jodie. X
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Derrick, you surprise me. You don’t look like a typical Bob Marley fan though the message is on point.
Thanks very much, Sheree. I’m full of surprises 🙂
Indeed you are Derrick!
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I found all of the birds…but not without straining my eyes a bit. 🙂
Well done, Jill. Thanks very much.
Some of these were quite tricky! I like the song you chose.
Thanks very much, Susan. I cropped them to make them more possible 🙂
YAY, Jackie! 🙂
Beautiful photos and it was fun to find the birdies! Good to see them out and about (especially Nugget Jr. AW!!! What a cutie! 🙂 )!
YAY, Mr. Marley! 🙂
This song has always encouraged me. We really need to hear his voice, and this song, these days.
YIKES, strong winds! 🙁
(((HUGS))) 🙂
Thanks very much, Carolyn. X
Great way to start my day—hide and seek and music. Thanks.
I’m pleased, Peggy. Thank you too.
Our strong winds have passed now so I hope yours will pass soon too.
All clear this morning, Tootlepedal.
I’m a great Marley fan, and your selection’s one of my favorites. I enjoyed hearing it again.
I’m pleased, Linda. Thanks very much.
It was a windy day here, too. One of my potted creations was blown over but it survived. Thank you for your cheerful optimism and Bob Marley, Derrick.
And thank you, too, Sue.
Lovely post and delicious meal
Thank you very much, More
These pictures are always a pleasure
Thank you very much, Muntazir.
What fun! I found all the birds and loved the song. Delightful!
Thanks you very much, JoAnna. I’m pleased you enjoyed it.
I confess I got confused looking for all the birdies, Derrick. I did enjoy Bob Marley’s clip, and I agree with you: “Everything is gonna be alright.”
Thank you very much, Dolly. I’m pleased you weren’t confused by the clip.
LOL My pleasure, Derrick.
Lovely post, especially the bit about the pie, and a lovely song, so reassuring.
Thanks very much, John
Lovely.
Thanks a lot, Rupali
When I read your title I thought, ‘Oh no. Now I’m going to have “three little maids from school are we, pert as a school-girl well can be” banging in my head all day. But you replaced it with Bob Marley. Neat trick. Did you see one of the comments on the music clip? “2,043 Jamaicans thought the dislike button meant “Dis I Like””
Too funny.
I got most of the little birdie shots.
Too cute.
ps i’m not sure that second line from the Mikado is still politically correct.
Too scary.
🙂 Thanks a lot, Gwen. I’m so pleased that Bob Marley provided the better ear worm.
I really like your garden paths – I hope mine look as wonderful when they age 🌿
I’m sure they will. Your little assistant will take care of it. Thanks very much, Tiny.
I think I have to fly in Jackie for a few days to take care of our yard.
Thanks a lot, Bridget
As we have previously ascertained that your hair has grown during lockdown (which I consider is showing off, as mine has long since given up the struggle) could you try dreadlocks before you have a hair cut?
I may have to get attachments
I await developments…
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The post I needed to see, read, and listen to today. Thanks, Derrick.
So pleased, Cheryl. I had been waiting for suitable material for the message and, not knowing this, Jackie came up with the photos that provided it. Normally, as you know, I would cover the whole day in a post, but I thought this should stand alone. Thank you, too.
I misread your first comments, and I thought the Nugget family had adopted the baby blackbird. But I’m glad they all get along.😀 I spotted them in the photos.
You may have seen this, but if not, it’s a story you and Jackie would enjoy, I think.
https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/as-it-happens-friday-edition-1.5590304/man-befriends-giant-tv-loving-owl-family-nesting-outside-his-window-1.5590321
Thanks very much for this, Merril. It is pretty amazing. Jackie wouldn’t want one of those nibbling her ear. 🙂 Well spotted.
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We are on day 2 of winds above 25 mph and gusts around the 50 mph. To top it off its 100 degree Farenheit out. Totally miserable.
Thanks very much, Mrs W. I hope your weather improves.
Thank you.
That’s a merry flock paying a visit to the eternal garden. I could spot Nugget Jr in the second frame, at the rightmost edge of the frame. He is tiny!
Thanks very much, Uma. Well spotted
Love the Bob Marley. He entertained me whie I found those tiny feathered friends. Too cute!
Thanks very much, Jan. Well spotted
Nugget Junior learned very well from his dad to inspect carefully everything 😉
They are too cute 🐦
Thank you very much, Ribana
Found most of the birds. There was only one picture where I couldn’t. And, yay for Bob Marley!
Well spotted, Laurie. Thank you very much.