Author Archives: kathydoremus

About kathydoremus

Wife, mother, daughter, and friend. One who dabbles in writing, thinks in rhyme, and is utterly unable to escape the allure of alliteration:) Amateur nature photographer. A backyard bird watcher, a hiker of non-strenuous trails to waterfalls, and a fan of Atlanta sports teams. Driver of an orange Jeep Renegade who goes by the name of Earl. One who is nourished by silence, solitude, and a good cup of coffee. A lover of God’s Word and the riches that are hidden there. An extremely ordinary jar of clay who longs to see and be satisfied by the glory of God, and to somehow display that in my everyday life.

Return of the Red-bellied

Posted on April 20, 2019

Now that the Flicker who had been frequenting the feeders in the winter months has disappeared, the Red-bellied Woodpeckers have once again become regular backyard visitors. This fellow dropped in the other day to partake of some peanuts. He perched … Continue reading →

Announcement of Availability

Posted on April 14, 2019

I have been enjoying watching the male birds in the backyard announce their availability to the eligible females. Some, like the Cowbirds, perch on a branch and then poof their feathers while loudly serenading their perspective mates. The Red-winged Blackbirds … Continue reading →

Posted in Backyard Birds | Tagged beauty, bird photography, birds, hobbies, nature, photography, spring photography, writing | 12 Comments

A Springtime Labra-rhyme

Posted on April 6, 2019

Spring’s at last sprung And the dogs are quite muddy He chases the toys While she chases her buddy! Leaping and lunging They’re off to the races With happy Lab tails And happy Lab faces Splashing and dashing Tugging on … Continue reading →

Posted in Lab Life | Tagged dogs, humor, Labrador Friends of the South, Labradors, pet adoption, photography, poetry, rescue dogs | 11 Comments

A Declaration of Dominance

Posted on April 4, 2019

This handsome (but “hangry”) Red-bellied Woodpecker landed on the Bark Butter Branch the other day. Immediately, he declared his dominance to the Red-winged Blackbirds that were waiting in the wings. He gave a warning to his right… …and a warning … Continue reading →

Posted in Backyard Birds, Lab Life | Tagged bird photography, birds, hobbies, labrador retrievers, nature, photography, Red-winged Blackbirds, rescue dogs, woodpeckers | 4 Comments

Wooing and Pursuing

Posted on April 1, 2019

Mating season is upon us, and the male Bluebird is doing his darndest to capture the attention and win the affection of his female counterpart. His wooing and pursuing have taken the form of striking impressive poses… …poofing his handsome … Continue reading →

Posted in Backyard Birds | Tagged beauty, bird photography, bluebirds, georgia birds, hobbies, nature, outdoors, photography, writing | 8 Comments

Towhee Time

Posted on March 30, 2019

I was so glad I had my camera in hand when this beautiful female Towhee stopped in for a bath. Since they are ground feeders and rarely come up to the deck, I don’t get to take their picture as … Continue reading →

Posted in Backyard Birds, Bathing Beauties | Tagged bathing birds, birds, hobbies, nature, photography, towhee, wildlife, writing | 12 Comments

Clusters of Color

Posted on March 27, 2019

There is a house on the road leading into our neighborhood that is bursting with blooming tulips…thousands of them! The other day, hubby saw their garage door open and asked if his wife could come with her camera and traipse … Continue reading →