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Clark Rose's avatar

As the eagle nudges their young out of the nest to take flight, you will successfully do the same. I call it a forever "tears of joy" moment.

Great post T. I look forward to buying this for our bird loving granddaughter but I hope it won't stop her from enjoying her walkabouts with her binoculars. 🤷‍♂️

Terrell Johnson's avatar

Love that, Clark! And going on walkabouts is next on my list 🦜

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Theresa's avatar

Hold on tight. It goes by so fast. We want them to grow up, become their own person. Proud when they do. Both of mine live out of state. I did something right as they call a couple of times a week on their drive home from work. Summer's coming, need to plan a few trips.

Terrell Johnson's avatar

Such great advice, Theresa. It definitely sounds like you did something right! That’s wonderful to hear ❤️

Kel B.'s avatar

your pics are awesome! i have been eyeing one of these cameras but haven't felt like spending the $$. now i think i really need one!

Terrell Johnson's avatar

Btw, check their account on Instagram — I found a 50% off deal there!

Terrell Johnson's avatar

Thanks, Kel! You definitely should — I’ve had an absolute ball following this thing. I’m a bona fide bird nut now 🐧

caroline perkins's avatar

Love, love, love this! Perfect way to start my day. Thanks, Terrell.

Terrell Johnson's avatar

Aww, thanks, Caroline! 🙏

Diana M. Wilson's avatar

These lines cracked me up. (Because how often have I done this very thing myself?)

“Let me try this,” I said, faking a little confidence, as I knew I’d already run through almost all of the troubleshooting suggestions in the tiny-print instruction sheet."

And those sweet birds!!

Nilima Srikantha's avatar

Well, Welcome back! Be sure and check out All About Birds and the Macaulay (sp?) Library on the Web--Cornell University. One of my regular donations. They have some fabulous photographers--and videos. Supposed to be on Maui this weekend, but the half was cancelled due to heavy rain, so I get to wait until next year cuz I was deferred. The daffs are blooming, and so are the currents. I'll send pics. As an old time birder and taxidermist, I'm glad you are finally learning about birds!What has it taken you? A lifetime??

Emily Halnon's avatar

I absolutely adore this. Backyard bird friends (and bird friends, period!) are the best. I love that installing your mom's feeder (and the cutest little house finch) was the gateway to bird joy.

Terrell Johnson's avatar

Thanks, Emily!! 🙏

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Wow, this is incredible, Terrell. I had no idea this was a thing, and I laugh because with how fast AI is moving, I doubt I will ever keep up with it all.

Thank you for sharing.

DD's avatar

Love this! Sharing it with others. Thanks, Terrell.

Terrell Johnson's avatar

Thank you, DD!