Tag Archives: ducks

The mirror doesn’t lie.

Posted on December 1, 2019 by Linda Schaub

I rushed home after walking for over four hours … no it wasn’t that second cup of coffee I had before I set out later than usual, as I awaited the thermometer to nudge higher than 27 degrees F/-2 C. … Continue reading →

Posted in nature, walk | Tagged ducks, geese, nature, Squirrels, walk, walking | 71 Comments

It was weather for ducks this morning.

Posted on October 6, 2019 by Linda Schaub

The rain arrived right as I was ready to head out the door for my walk – nice timing Mother Nature! So, I had another cup of coffee and piddled around waiting for the rain to stop so I could … Continue reading →

Posted in nature, walk | Tagged ducks, nature, Turtles, walk, walking | 24 Comments

I’ve been on baby watch.

Posted on May 6, 2019 by Linda Schaub

Just like the Brits that awaited the newest Royal, who finally made his debut this morning, I’ve been on baby watch too, and what better time to write about it then during Mother’s Day week. As you know, while walking … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Birth, ducks, Mallards, nature, Spring, walk, walking | 40 Comments

Spring Cleaning (and Preening).

Posted on April 7, 2019 by Linda Schaub

It’s that time of year to clear out the cobwebs, destroy the dust bunnies and revitalize your abode, now that Winter is hopefully in the rear-view mirror. Please don’t forget your brain needs a little airing out too … at … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged ducks, geese, humor, Naturer, Spring, Spring cleaning, walk, walking | 162 Comments

Slightly Askew.

Posted on April 6, 2019 by Linda Schaub

I was happy to hear we would have two nice days for our weekend, with just a bit of rain late Sunday afternoon to mar the great forecast. The weatherman said we’d hit 65 degrees F (18 C) today. “Right” … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged ducks, geese, nature, Spring, Squirrels, walk, walking | 66 Comments

Just goin’ with the floe.

Posted on March 3, 2019 by Linda Schaub

I planned to go grocery shopping this morning, even though I wasn’t out of anything (especially since I found those peanuts). But, just like Friday morning, I dithered and dilly-dallied, trying to decide whether I wanted to waste a weekend … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged ducks, Eagles, geese, nature, Parks, snow, walk, walking, Winter | 80 Comments

Shiver on the River.

Posted on February 10, 2019 by Linda Schaub

Well, I wish I could say I coined this title, but “Shiver on the River” is an annual event held the first Saturday in February here in Southeast Michigan. Its purpose is to lure people to the Detroit River to … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Detroit River, ducks, Eagles, ice, nature, River, swans, walk, walking, Winter | 65 Comments

Huddling at Heritage Park.

Posted on January 17, 2019 by Linda Schaub

Sports teams do it. CEOs and THEIR teams do it. And the mallards at Heritage Park do it as well. Huddling. But, unlike athletes and businessmen and women, the ducks don’t huddle together for strategic purposes, but merely to stay … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged ducks, Heritage Park, Mallards, nature, walk, walking, Winter | 30 Comments

As we slowly slide toward 2019 …

Posted on December 30, 2018 by Linda Schaub

I have finally gotten my ducks in a row with all the photos I took in early December. This is the last batch of belated photos and stories. If you like ducks, well today’s post will be right up your … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Cold, ducks, nature, walk, walking | 33 Comments

A little Friday frivolity.

Posted on December 21, 2018 by Linda Schaub

TGIF! For many of us, since Christmas falls on a Tuesday this year, we will enjoy a four-day holiday. Sadly, our time off will pass far too quickly! Over the past few weeks, I’ve collected some photos and stories and … Continue reading →