Hungry!

The little birds are out in full force today looking for food. With all the sleet and snow we are getting here in the St. Louis area they are having a rough time. I've fed them once and will have to again this afternoon.

Bald Eagles

One of the great things about living along the Mississippi River is when the Bald Eagles come to winter in the St. Louis area. The bitter cold weather had the river frozen up so the eagles are quite active hunting for fish and gulls. This eagle was unsuccessful in attacking some gulls and flew right over me on his way back to a tree to take a break.

Red Winged Blackbirds

Red Winged Blackbirds
Originally uploaded by matneym

Out for a drive yesterday and saw this amazing flock of black winged redbirds in a field. The way they swarm about in one big mass is a wonder to watch.

I see you

I see you
Originally uploaded by matneym

Playing around with my "Nifty Fifty" tonight. Cookie doesn't cooperate with the camera much but I was able to get this one to come out.

Witch's Night Out

Witch's Night Out
Originally uploaded by matneym

Sunday evening was Witch's night out in Lebanon. The streets were full of witches, a few warlocks and other assorted characters. It was a lot of fun and the weather was great. Can't wait for next year.

Pumpkin Head

Pumpkin Head
Originally uploaded by matneym

Taken at the St. Louis zoo today. They have the place decorated for Halloween. We were there with some friends and had a lot of fun.