We have the best neighbors at The Holler,
the kind with feathers.
They are the most populous of all The Hollerites,
and they make the most congenial neighbors.
At the first sign of conflict,
they just fly away,
and land somewhere quieter.
I try and emulate them,
leaving crowds behind,
and seeking my own quiet spaces.
The only problem is I can’t fly!
Cheers to you from the feathered Hollerites~
(Note: I did this post with the new Gutenberg editor which was kind of fun. Can you detect any differences?)
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I really like how you played with the reflections here.
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Thank you for noticing and for commenting. Very thoughtful of you.
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Gorgeous birds! The photos are fabulous. The holler sounds like a wonderful place to live and thrive. ❤
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It’s is good if you like space and not too many people.
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I did not notice any differences. Do you like it better. I thought about trying it, but change…..you know… lol
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Yes, we do resist change, probably because it happens so often in the world, without our consent. I don’t know what I think yet, but so far, so good.
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You have the best neighbours, Cindy. I know you know their language and soon, I know that you will be flying with them. Hugs!!!
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I am anticipating the moment! Hugs to you Rebecca ❤
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What a glorious place you live in.
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It has it’s charms, and the wild critters are number 1 on my list.
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Engaging portraits of gorgeous birds.
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Grazie mille!
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Beautiful neighbours, thank you Cindy. xxx
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Merci beaucoup mon ami~
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Merci xxx
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❤ ❤
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Very nice photos and narration.
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Spectacular! 😊
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Wonderful photos, Cindy. 🙂
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Sometimes I wonder why you travel, with all that cool stuff around the Holler.
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Travel becomes a way of life. Even when you have seen so much, you just want to keep moving. But I do hear and appreciate what you say. They have moved the free range cattle off the land next to us in preparation for it becoming a nature reserve, and for the first time we are free to explore all 2000 acres of it with no fear of bulls and Ankole Watusies. The reserve is simply amazing, especially for Southern California. It is like a time capsule transporting you back to an unspoiled California, 75 or so years ago.
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As to your question about any differences in appearance, I don’t see any.
O/T: I’ll be leaving a lot less *likes*. A coding change by WP has disabled the like button that use a custom domain. Support indicated it’s a result of a change of a security setting inside the browser. I can change browser, but I’ll have to change a browser setting to make it work. Instead, I’ll be leaving comments … path of least resistance. 🙂
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WP glitches are tests sent by Yoda (or someone similar) to assess our ability to accept frustration. May The Force be with you!
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the blue feathers are gorgeous!
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Birds are handsome creatures aren’t they. Loved you GC captures!
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They really are. And thank you. 😊
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❤ ❤
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I was too stunned by the beautiful pics to notice anything about the editor, Cuz. They were nothing short of fantastic !!!!!. 🙂
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Awwww. I missed you cuz ❤
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Haha that is a good thing to follow ❤️
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Thank you, Cindy, for your fabulous posts that take me vicariously to so many beautiful places to see so many beautiful animals, architecture and other wonderful treats; all photographed so impeccably! Thank you for the experiences I will never have first-hand, but can easily visualize through your mastery!
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What a beautiful comment from a lovely soul. Thank you my friend for all you do and be well ❤ ❤
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Liebe Cindy, nimm bitte meinen lieben Gruß entgegen
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Danke & Prost, mein Freund.
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Cindy, thanks for another beautiful visit to the Holler.
I’m about to fly away from the Swamp — even if I do it on four wheels. I have the house picked out. Hugs on the wing!
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Have a wonderful time wherever you are going!
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Cute and funny birds. Lovely pictures!
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So happy you enjoyed them & cheers to you!
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It’s true, you can’t fly, but you have other fine qualities 📷
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Awwwww, so sweet. Thank you! ❤
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Your neighbours are just as gorgeous as your photography is stunning, Cindy! 🙂
Love and best wishes to you from the Fab Four ❤
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Awww, you are such lovely people. Thank you ❤
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You’ve got great neighbors in the “holler.” Yep. Real, friendly-like! Mighty nice. 🙂 🙂 (That was supposed to be a “cowboy western” accent.)
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LIebe Cindy, ich wünsche eine gute harmonische Woche.
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Ich hoffe du hast auch einen wunderbaren Freund und danke dir!
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Bonjour ou Bonsoir BELLE CINDY
après le silence de la nuit
chaque jour renaît
avec le chant d’un oiseau joyeux
pour que nos réveils soient gais
la rosée pour rafraîchir nos pas
et le soleil au rendez-vous
moi je te souhaite une très belle journée ou soirée
Et tout ce que tu désires
Bisous, BERNARD
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Merci beaucoup mon ami Bernard!
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Beautiful, peaceful neighbors. 🙂 x
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What an eye you have, Cindy. And great neighbors. I especially like the crowd. Have a good night. :0)
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So nice! 🙂 Thank you! Michael
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You have such wonderful and beautiful neighbors!
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Thank you! They are the best.
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Gorgeous photos, Cindy!!!! You always do such a wonderful job of catching the best shots. I agree with the birds. Leave the grumpy crowd and go somewhere peaceful. I love the mirrored look. I don’t think there is anything so beautiful in my neighborhood. Have a great Thanksgiving,
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Your own piece of paradise, Cindy! The photos are amazing, especially the reflections! ❤
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Very kind & most appreciated!
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Love your Hollerites! Beautiful!
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Thank you & so awesome to hear from you ❤
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A feast for the eyes, Cindy!
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As always, your stunningly beautiful photography has brightened my day. 🙂
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Your very kind comment just brightened mine ❤
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great photos
Regards,
Tony
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Very thoughtful & most appreciated!
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Catching up on your gorgeous posts, Cindy. Your Holler is very beautiful and the wildlife abundant, love every single one of your neighbors 🐤😘
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Thank you! You and I understand each other ❤
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Beautiful. I just tried to imagine my human neighbours with feathers. Made me smile.
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It makes me smile just thinking of it! ❤
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Your photographs of nature are always so beautiful.
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My hubby and I have been listening to you sing ma deah’ and the admiration is returned, multiplied ❤
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Thank you 💕
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Thank you for the like, Cindy. 🙂
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I always like your posts Ranu & I like you too! ❤
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