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December 15, 2013 by Barb 11 Comments

Blue Jay in Winter

I feel pretty fortunate that I am able to stand in my dining room, look out the window, and see these beautiful birds.

On the day I took this photo, it was close to -30C, which would explain why this fella is so puffed up. He’s also keeping a close eye on the suet balls, patiently waiting for his turn to eat. I took this shot through the window with my D3000, on a tripod, and using my 200mm lens.

I think I’ve mentioned before that my new D7100 was in the hospital… well I finally have it back and I couldn’t be happier. But I can also tell you that I was pretty thankful that I had kept my D3000 – I’ve had it for four years and it has never let me down – it certainly saved my bacon this month!

Have a wonderful Sunday!

Filed Under: THIS 'N THAT Tagged With: birds

Comments

  1. TexWisGirl says

    December 15, 2013 at 10:27 am

    glad you have your camera back. :)

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    • Barb says

      December 15, 2013 at 2:11 pm

      :)

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  2. Kathy Schroeder says

    December 15, 2013 at 11:01 am

    Absolutely beautiful!!! We only see the snow on the mountain tops!! It’s supposed to be in the low 80’s F here today!! We are going to take our granddaughter to see Frozen!!
    So glad you got your camera back…it’s a lost feeling not to have it handy!!

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    • Barb says

      December 15, 2013 at 2:10 pm

      Thank you, Kathy! I need to see that movie!

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  3. Bonnie Sanders says

    December 15, 2013 at 5:25 pm

    Very pretty. I love how the blue stands out in the snowy background. Magical

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  4. Jaque says

    December 15, 2013 at 9:58 pm

    Hi Barb!
    I found your blog tonight, and I love it!
    Your photos are stunning!

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  5. S. Etole says

    December 15, 2013 at 10:10 pm

    Love how the birds puff their feathers for warmth. The color here is beautiful.

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  6. Gail says

    December 16, 2013 at 7:32 am

    Very nice view from your window while staying cozy and warm! Glad your camera is all better. I’d be lost if mine had to make a trip to the hospital.

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  7. Julia | JuliasAlbum.com says

    December 16, 2013 at 1:17 pm

    Wow, gorgeous birds! I am glad you had the camera with you to capture this beauty!

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  8. Peabea says

    December 19, 2013 at 5:45 am

    Great photo. Love the blue on these birds. I should start feeding the birds again. We don’t have the pretty ones around much anymore. When the boys were home growing up, my oldest always had a feeder and we had plenty that would hang around.

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  9. jeanne stone says

    December 29, 2013 at 8:47 am

    So sorry that you D 7100 was in the hospital, but glad for your backup. My D7000 had to go back to Nikon for 6 weeks, and I had sold my backup, so now am the proud owner of a D800 which I lovel. My D7000 is back, but is definitely on the back burner as I love this new camera. Keeping my old one though for a backup. Inconceivable to be without a camera for 6 weeks, and my iphone could not take its place. Love this shot of your fluffy and chilly birds.

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