Funny how, throughout history, people have undergone all kinds of mental, physical and spiritual exercises to try to get to know the "prime mover," when all you need to do is look (I mean REALLY look) at one hummingbird. You then know all you need to know (or can know, really).
Our eyes and ears should be open and alert to the natural wonders that surround us every day. Take time to look out our windows to see the birds that visit us and open our windows to hear them. Walk around whatever space we have to enjoy the birds in nature. Every day, work on improving our powers of observation.
ACCEPTANCE
Nature happens. We cannot MAKE natural things happen (or NOT happen). We can create habitats to encourage natural things to happen around us, but there are no guarantees.
RESPONSIBILITY
Birdfeeding comes with responsibilities to the birds and the environment we share with them. If you are unwilling to accept these responsibilities, you shouldn’t feed the birds. We also have a responsibility to share these natural wonders with the next generation.
Laura - I agree; one never tires watching hummingbirds! Thanks for your visit and your comment.
Posted by: The Zen Birdfeeder | June 14, 2011 at 12:43 PM
Great photos. I have some Hummies around my yard and they are great to watch.
Posted by: Laura | June 13, 2011 at 10:50 PM
DreamFalcon - that neck is really ruffled, isn't it?
Posted by: The Zen Birdfeeder | September 20, 2010 at 02:05 PM
great series! that first one looks like it has some berries around the neck...
Posted by: dreamfalcon | September 17, 2010 at 04:07 PM
Thanks everyone for your visit and nice comments! I appreciate each and every one of them and you!
Posted by: The Zen Birdfeeder | September 16, 2010 at 12:57 PM
Nice collection of hummers Nancy! I like the lapping shot. It's amazing how long those hummingbird tongues are isn't it?
Posted by: Larry Jordan | September 16, 2010 at 08:26 AM
great photos of this little beauties.
Posted by: NatureFootstep Birds | September 16, 2010 at 04:49 AM
Amazing photos! Absolutely beautiful birds!
Posted by: Mick | September 14, 2010 at 03:19 PM
That poor "confused" hummingbird!
Posted by: LNMP | September 08, 2010 at 12:44 PM
Funny how, throughout history, people have undergone all kinds of mental, physical and spiritual exercises to try to get to know the "prime mover," when all you need to do is look (I mean REALLY look) at one hummingbird. You then know all you need to know (or can know, really).
Posted by: Margaret | September 08, 2010 at 08:24 AM
CLEVER!
Posted by: Amy | September 07, 2010 at 11:45 PM
I really like the 'wet' photo. :)
Posted by: jason | September 07, 2010 at 10:38 PM