No matter how many times I say this, it's as true as the time before. I LOVE my backyard birds. I suppose I should/could take the time to find different places to birdwatch, too, though. Nature preserves? Bird sanctuaries? But, I just enjoy what flies into my own backyard the most. :)  It makes me feel like they're 'my birds.' And, when you're the owner/manager of the neighborhood hot spot for feathered friends...well, you just can't be away for long! Our local birds think Kane's Backyard Bird Diner is the place to be!

This female Cardinal was ravenous today and spent a lot of time feeding. I caught this image when she took a break from the feeder and flew to perch in my Pine tree.