Sometimes, the camera is at hand and God, graciously, allows a moment to be captured. He’s given several such moments lately. Above is a turkey hen who was walking and flying from roadside to roadside which made me wonder if she had chicks somewhere. A while back, one fine day, I had to stop, no camera at hand unfortunately, to allow a mother turkey hen and her eight off spring to cross the road. It was a pleasant sight and one I’ve remembered fondly for years.
It’s not the greatest photo in the world but do you know how difficult it is to capture a turkey in flight? They are fast and not only are able to fly far, they can fly high. She flew to a tree then drifted to the ground and calmly walked into the woods; above, she’s the blur mid-center right.
Coming home from quilting I caught a glimpse of this wild doe and buck.
Dei Gratia,
Sandra
LDH says
Hello Sandra! I have perused many of your posts and enjoyed each one. And look at that sweet Abbie! If I didn't name one of my daughters Abbey, I would give the name my dog too. 🙂
Nice stopping by!
Kindly, ldh
Katherine Aucoin says
The Lord was truly guiding your hand and your camera, your pictures are wonderful. Thanks for sharing them.
Farm Chick Paula says
Wow! Thanks so much for the sweet words, Miss Sandra- and some day really soon I want to visit Thistle Cove Farm and have that cuppa with you!! You definitely have a "blog with substance"- I always enjoy your posts and I know the words come straight from your heart. (Especially Sabbath Keeping- I always look forward to those!)
Beautiful pictures- we have seen a few turkeys around, but LOTS of deer- in fact we have a doe that has been hanging around our fence all summer- last week I noticed she had two little ones with her and like you, didn't have the doggone camera with me.
Love the picture of Abbie taking a ride- too cute!
Hope you're having a wonderful week, dear.
affectioknit says
I love seeing wildlife too – so glad you had your camera with you – that Abbie looks so sweet!
Meegan, the Blue Moon Mama says
Hi Sandra! Thanks for stopping by my blog for a visit. Just this weekend I was looking through the wonderful photos I took while visiting your farm for sheep shearing day, such a magical place!
I signed up for blogging your way just this morning. I hope you will too! I'd love taking a e-class with you and I've heard that this is a really excellent course. I'm needing some inspiration right now as grumpy gremlins have invaded my spirit lol. I think registration ends on the 20th.
Nora is teething right now and hopefully when this passes she'll be back to her normal sleeping routine and I can get some rest too. I'm sending up prayers for her :).
KathyB. says
Boy Sandra, what a surprise. I thought i would check out your links and also that "Kathy", and it was me! Aw shucks, and thank-you!
I was so excited to see and hear you on a video~ may I say, when you speak about your passion you light up and I can see a young girl there, excited about what she loves…and your place is so beautiful. What makes this even more special is I know you love Jesus.We're sisters in Him! Thank-you Sandra.
BTW, turkeys get such a bad rap, even farm-raised turkeys are not as dumb as people seem to believe, but I know those wild turkeys are very smart at keeping out of the hunter's way. You got 2 good pictures, I could spot the turkey, blur and all.
Timi says
I've watched the video and it is great! It's so good to see you, although we've never met (yet :o))
Thanks for sharing!!!
Kathy in KY says
Oh, Sandra – such a wonderful video of you and your farm. I hear your love of the land in your voice as you speak of the Appalachian Mts. You are a wonder! Thanks for sharing. God bless you, my friend. Take care, from KY.
LindaSueBuhl says
Well Sandra – now my secret is out – I've sown wild oats, raised cain and caused my poor Mama to wear out the carpet by her bed on her knees praying for me! Thank you so – and oh my heart just leapt in my chest – the video shows me the lovely creative woman and your homeplace – what a place. Your are blessed because you are a blessing – and love that Rhodie in the background.
from my front porch... says
Why, thank you, Sandra! I so appreciate your friendship 🙂
I will be your neighbor any time!