Saturday, March 28, 2026

Last Sunday at Lake Tomahawk

 











The drake of the couple by the island took offense at the other pair swimming by...lots of honking and splashing ensued. 

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And yesterday I had breakfast (oatmeal and coffee) with a female red bellied woodpecker (outside the window just at my eye level in the maple tree!) She only had a patch of red on her head, while males have a full mohawk of red.

Public domain photo

Sharing with Saturday's Critters



Thanks to Jess Craven for this musical number for No Kings!




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20 comments:

  1. AnvilcloudMarch 28, 2026 at 6:30 AM

    No Kings!!!!

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    1. Barbara RogersMarch 28, 2026 at 9:55 AM

      Funny, coming from a Canadian with King Charles. But of course you mean the orange one, who is completely mad!

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  2. Debra She Who SeeksMarch 28, 2026 at 7:35 AM

    Great video!

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  3. BoudMarch 28, 2026 at 7:46 AM

    Jess Craven rules! No Kings. Ever.

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  4. TomMarch 28, 2026 at 7:52 AM

    ...get under Trump's skin!!!

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    1. Barbara RogersMarch 28, 2026 at 9:57 AM

      Right now I'd settle for getting under House Speaker Mike Johnson's skin...perhaps with some kind of infestation or another!

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  5. Ms. MoonMarch 28, 2026 at 10:23 AM

    I think Trump probably just likes the fact that he's getting so much attention but these protests do sway lawmakers, I'm sure. They can't help but see the dissatisfaction and anger of the people. I agree with you on the infestation idea when it comes to Mike Johnson.

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    1. Barbara RogersMarch 28, 2026 at 10:50 AM

      It's so important that we the people see how strong and diverse and powerful we are, in comparison to what makes the evening news~!

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  6. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiMarch 28, 2026 at 11:37 AM

    So many woodpeckers on different posts today--so fun to see ( an hear!) I agree, NO KINGS!

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    1. Barbara RogersMarch 28, 2026 at 2:48 PM

      I've got a new streaming music on YouTube, just enjoying its peaceful sounds, cello and flute. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiewNC0oa_M&list=RDIiewNC0oa_M&start_radio=1

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  7. jennyfrecklesMarch 28, 2026 at 11:55 AM

    Beautiful photos, lovely to see the blossom and blue skies. I do hope the 'No Kings' protests have a positive effect.

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    1. Barbara RogersMarch 28, 2026 at 2:49 PM

      Yes it would certainly be nice to have just a limited number of days instead of years to endure this sad state.

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  8. eileeninmdMarch 28, 2026 at 12:10 PM

    Hello Barb,
    The blossoms are looking beautiful. I love the views of the lake and the geese. Great capture of the Woodpecker! Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, enjoy your day and happy weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.

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    1. Barbara RogersMarch 28, 2026 at 2:50 PM

      Got the woodpecker from public domain, but I did enjoy watching the one eating grubs off the end of a dead branch...like having a popsicle!

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  9. Adam JonesMarch 28, 2026 at 4:50 PM

    I'm in love with that Red-bellied Woodpecker. What a brilliant shot.

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  10. Shiju SugunanMarch 29, 2026 at 1:25 AM

    What a beautiful way to spend a Sunday! Beautiful shots of blooms and woodpecker.

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  11. AlexandraMarch 29, 2026 at 7:41 AM

    The trees in bloom look beautiful as does the friend you shared breakfast with!

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  12. LindaMarch 31, 2026 at 12:58 PM

    Lovely place to visit, alas while that person is in charge, we will never visit there as we just might never get back.

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