Saturday, March 23, 2024
AITA?
Saturday 9: Got the Money
Friday, March 22, 2024
A Tribute to an Uncle
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Thursday Thirteen
I have been watching the eagles nest at Big Bear Valley for a while now. The two eagles there, named Jackie (female) and Shadow (male), had a clutch of three eggs, which I understand is somewhat rare. They usually only have two eggs per year. These two eagles usually lay eggs from January to March. The pair has successfully raised a couple of offspring, but their eggs do not always hatch.
That is the case this year. The three eggs are now far past the point of viability. The eagles continue to sit on the eggs. I find this sad, but instinct will eventually move them on. Maybe next year. The camera is on the nest 24/7, 365 days a year. It goes down a while in the summer when the nest is not used when the camera crew cleans the lens and makes repairs but otherwise is on all the time. It's a nice view even when the eagles aren't there.
Anyway, here are some facts about this fascinating bird.
1. Grip Strength: An eagle’s grip is up to 10 times stronger than that of a human.
2. Diversity: There are over 60 species of eagles, mostly found in Asia and Africa.
3. Nesting Heights: Some eagles, like the Golden Eagle, build their nests atop high cliffs.
4. Symbolism: Eagles are symbols of freedom and peace, often depicted on state flags. The bald eagle is one of the national symbols of the United States and The Philippine eagle is the national bird of the Philippines and is an endangered species.
5. Eagle Eyesight: An eagle’s eyesight is up to 8 times stronger than a human’s.
6. Bald Eagles: The term “bald” in Bald Eagle comes from an old English word meaning "white-headed."
7. Hooked Beak: Their beaks are perfectly designed for hunting and tearing through flesh.
8. Lifespan: Eagles can live 20-30 years in the wild, and even longer in captivity.
9. Eagle Beaks: With age, an eagle’s beak can warp and bend, making it hard to feed.
10. Conservation: January 10th is recognized as Save the Eagles Day.
11. Fish-eagles are often found in coastal areas and are known for their fishing prowess.
12. Buzzard-eagles are smaller and often mistaken for hawks.
13. Large eagles can lift prey weighing up to around 5 lbs. I've seen the eagles in Big Bear bring in sticks that looked to weigh at least that much.
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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Fire on the Mountain
We have a forest fire directly across from us, in Stone Coal Gap and/or Broad Run. We saw it when we got up this morning, and I called my father first, since he lives over that way. He was unaware of the fire.
Later I learned there was about 30 acres burning, and it was crawling up the ridge. This picture was taken around 10 a.m. this morning.
The Forest Service has been sending in helicopters and planes to drop water. I've never seen that done so have been trying to catch it happening. I've seen the helicopters but not the water drop.
We are under a severe burn watch because of low dew points and windy conditions. There are several other fires around us in other communities.
Monday, March 18, 2024
Where Are the Eagles?
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Sunday Stealing
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Saturday, March 16, 2024
Saturday 9: Charlie Mops
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Thursday Thirteen
Monday, March 11, 2024
Movies, TV, & Books
Sunday, March 10, 2024
Sunday Stealing
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Saturday, March 09, 2024
Saturday 9: Hold Me Now
Thursday, March 07, 2024
Thursday Thirteen #850
1. I have been doing a Thursday Thirteen for 16 years and 4 months. To my knowledge, I have not missed a week. That's 850 weeks of thinking about the number 13 on Thursdays. I've been late on some days, but I haven't missed.
Wednesday, March 06, 2024
They Last Forever
These daffodils came from an old homestead. I dug them up about 35 years ago from the spot where someone's house once stood, and who knows how long ago they were there. The house had been gone for at least 100 years, the neighbors said.
I've moved the flowers once since I first planted them. They come up every year. The time they stay in bloom depends on the weather, but they always bloom.
They're a little speck of sunshine on the edge of the tree line at my house.
I love them.
Tuesday, March 05, 2024
Monday, March 04, 2024
Watching the Eagles
At the X Roads
Sunday, March 03, 2024
Sunday Stealing
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