talking back...

...to me

was the wood duck - and showing off his brilliant colors - as they were also reflected in the water - the sun shining down upon us

i was calling to him - he delighted me - by sitting up - responding back for a few moments - it was a total surprise that he paid any attention to me at all - perhaps he was hungry - thinking i had some food on me - maybe he was just in a chatty mood - whatever the case - we made a connection - when you can do that - with animals in the wild - it's a thrill like no other - and contributes to making for...

a

happy day.....