Diamond Ring on the Way

...and if that mocking bird won't sing,
he's going to buy me a diamond ring....


I was working in the front courtyard and heard what I thought was an injured animal crying. I looked around and then zeroed in on the tree. There were two mockingbirds, one with a worm, watching me. I left to give them some space and get my camera.

I did find the young one and stalked it until one of the adults came back. I miss the handoff of the snack by a split second. Hard to get focus with all those branches.

This young one has a lot of voice lessons in its future to have that wonderful repertoire the mockingbirds are known for.

Being outside and listening to nature gives me so much pleasure. I am grateful for the sights and sounds that come my way.