Tag Archives: Mallards

I was late to the party …

Posted on March 1, 2021 by Linda Schaub

… the Christmas party at Heritage Park that is. Long-time followers of my blog know that Heritage Park is one of my favorite places to visit all year around. There is an asphalt track which encircles a large area of … Continue reading →

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Pure adoration.

Posted on October 17, 2020 by Linda Schaub

Whether the above Mallards are mates, best buds, or just pals sharing a quiet moment, I chose the pair for my annual Sweetest Day post. I took these two photos during my September 5th meander at Lake Erie Metropark. Both … Continue reading →

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Feelin’ ducky …

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Linda Schaub

Back in May I lamented about how another Spring would be passing me by without a duckling sighting. I must have whined long and loud enough that suddenly it seemed that every time I turned around I saw ducklings, either … Continue reading →

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So do YOU have your ducks in a row?

Posted on June 15, 2020 by Linda Schaub

I did NOT have my ducks in a row on the morning I saw Mama Mallard and her cute contingent of “mini-me” ducklings marching in a perfect queue behind her. They were the epitome of all that is good in … Continue reading →

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This choir sings a bit off-key, so plug your ears. #Wordless Wednesday. #They quack me up!!

Posted on April 29, 2020 by Linda Schaub

Wordless Wednesday – allow your photo(s) to tell the story. Click me for a smile.

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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 →

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Mid-day meandering with the munchkins.

Posted on February 3, 2019 by Linda Schaub

I was determined to get down to Council Point Park today, so I waited until 1:00 p.m. to ensure the bulk of the icy patches on the sidewalks and streets had melted.  I looked outside, just prior to suiting up, … Continue reading →

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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 →

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Marsh Madness.

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Linda Schaub

Of course, at first glance, you thought why is Linda writing about the college hoops frenzy known as “March Madness” … I sure do wish it was the month of March instead of just sliding into the tail end of … Continue reading →

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Free as a bird …

Posted on November 12, 2018 by Linda Schaub

This post will be part two of yesterday’s trek to Council Point Park.  Though my little furry friends monopolized a good portion of that excursion, there were a few Kodak moments with my feathered friends as well – I hope … Continue reading →

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