We heard, then saw, Canada geese this morning for the first time this spring. A reassuring sign that the wild things are carrying on as usual and spring is on its way.
Canada Geese
Canada Geese can tell time!
Jack Miner was effusive in his praise of the intelligence and faithfulness of Canada Geese. But he may not have been aware of their ability to tell time. Our last visit to the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary took place about 25 years ago. The sanctuary is located on the original Miner farm on the … Continue reading Canada Geese can tell time!
Land of Living Skies
Our Saskatchewan license plates proclaim that this is the "Land of Living Skies," I suppose that refers to the gorgeous sunsets that we see pretty much every evening. In spring and fall it could also describe the flocks of migratory birds that pass over our heads. Especially in fall. In spring the birds are in … Continue reading Land of Living Skies
Family gatherings
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Father Goose
I was working outside this afternoon, putting our water hoses away for the season and listening to the chatter of Canada geese from a pond about a half mile away. I couldn’t see the pond from ground level, there is a railway line between here and there that is built up high enough to block … Continue reading Father Goose
Flatlander Faith 