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Visual Escapes and Daily Inspirations: Share Yours

Posted by John, Volunteer Mentor @johnbishop, Mar 16, 2020

Let's create a space to offer a daily reprieve.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of uncertainty and fear into our lives. Some of that fear and uncertainty can be caused by over thinking what is going on or unnecessarily worrying. So, I'm making sure I wash my hands frequently, not touching my face, staying away from social gatherings and all of the recommended guidelines to help avoid getting or spreading COVID-19 but it can be a little boring. I try to not watch news all day long while I'm in this self imposed captivity. I like to take pictures of birds and other creatures from my window as a welcome break.

I invite you to join me in sharing pictures, favorite poems, sayings, mottos, funny moments. Let's take a daily break together.

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nancyguy | @nancyguy | May 25, 2020

Humor is good medicine. My Bucket List: Keep breathing.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | May 25, 2020
In reply to @lilypaws "@johnbishop Wow! What kind of birds? You are fantastic with the camera. We have bird feeders..." + (show)
@lilypaws

@johnbishop Wow! What kind of birds? You are fantastic with the camera. We have bird feeders too, Get a pair of Cardinals, but mostly get Fenches and doves. My husband does not like the doves and has a BB gun that he shoots at them. I hate it, but he gets a kick out of it.

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Thanks @lilypaws! - these photos were of the Rose-Breasted Grosbeak -- https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Rose-breasted_Grosbeak/id

I use an older Canon SX50 HS with 50X optical zoom mounted on a tripod in my computer room which has a window to my side yard where the bird feeder is located about 15 to 20 feet from the window.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | May 25, 2020
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Good Morning!

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Beautiful flower and morning to you! @rosemarya

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bookysue | @bookysue | May 25, 2020

My pals- one on left is gone now but what memories left behind

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Rosemary, Volunteer Mentor | @rosemarya | May 25, 2020
In reply to @bookysue "Awesome moments" + (show)
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Awesome moments

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So relaxing! I love the sound and coolness of a hike along a stream.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | May 25, 2020

Have been waiting for the baby robins to pop their heads above the sides of the nest for a picture but momma keeps flying away when I get close to the front door window. She keeps watch from the front yard retaining wall a few feet away. Wished I could get a better photo from above but the nest is too high on the porch and under the roof. Perfect place for protection from the elements.
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