"This is the violet hour, the hour of hush and wonder, when the affectations glow and valor is reborn, when the shadows deepen along the edge of the forest and we believe that, if we watch carefully, at any moment we may see the unicorn."


Monday, March 26, 2012

The Calm After and Before the Storm


The rain has stopped!  (At least for half a day...)  I drove down with a friend to Crissy Field to have lunch at the Warming Hut....and we were joined by some adventureous Blackbirds!  We ate outside...unbelieveably, there was NO WIND!  It was almost mild..... but as you can see, those storm clouds are preparing to move in again!


Having a bath in the fresh rainwater!  Ah, feels good!


Okay...you fed me some of your sandwich....but I want MORE!!!



Me too.....I am fluffing out my feathers, trying to impress you so you will feed me!


Of  course no trip to Chrissy Field is complete without a Peli-sighting!  This fellow wasn't too sure about me...and was stepping away...love the foot action!





 
I was planning on using this as part of my next *Colour* blog....(that's why I am pointing to my sweater)...You will probably see this shot again one day and now you all know what colour I will be posting about!

Right after my friend snapped this photo, the rain drops began to fall...so we dashed back to the car and home!  Rain is expected non-stop for the rest of the week.....sigh...

I hope everyone is having a glorious Spring-like Monday!

Love,

♥ Robin ♥


Posted by Robin at 3:51 PM
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  1. sukipoetMarch 26, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    actually it is very cold and windy today, back to more normal weather for March, so you are not alone.

    Your outfit is adorable. And your shots of the birds excellent. I am trying to remember the last time I ate lunch out. A really long time ago.

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    1. RobinMarch 28, 2012 at 9:13 AM

      Suki...drat that weather! I hope today is warmer for you! We had SUCH a storm yesterday....going to and from work was *an adventure* - March is really going out like a FEROCIOUS Lion! GRRRRRR...

      I'm glad you likes my birdee shots...they were all ready for their *Closeups* - except for Mr. Peli! Here's hoping the next time we meet - we can have lunch outdoors!

      Love,

      ♥ Robin ♥

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  2. TeriMarch 26, 2012 at 5:59 PM

    When you get storms we aren't far behind. LOVE that pink sweater!!! Your pelicans always make me happy.

    Hugs

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    1. RobinMarch 28, 2012 at 9:16 AM

      Hey Teri.... oooh...I hope you WILL NOT get the storm we had yesterday.....

      Glad you liked my pink sweater....I always feel better during grey days when I wear something bright!

      I love those Pelis....they are so wonderful to look at....in flight or just strolling on the pier!

      Hugs,

      ♥ R ♥

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  3. studio loloMarch 27, 2012 at 6:14 AM

    Those blackbirds are such scavengers! Their white eyes are haunting, aren't they?

    I love your outfit! The flare at the bottom of the sweater is so artsy...and en frencais!

    I remember those clouds all too well living back there. But I do love "after the rain!"

    xoxo
    Lo♥

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    1. RobinMarch 28, 2012 at 9:19 AM

      Lo, those Blackbirds were a riot! I was able to feed them out of my hand....(just couldn't photograph it...drat)...

      Merci Beaucoup for the compliment!

      I know those clouds being back memories of Pacific Grove.....but your Rhode Island clouds are gorgeous too!

      Miss you.

      Love,

      ♥ R ♥

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  4. Anne Huskey-LockardMarch 27, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    Love-love-LOVE those blackbirds and their expressions! I know it's just the color of their eyes, but they always look wired and ready to GO!
    Great pics~~rain is better than COLD and FROST.
    ((O_○))

    XXOO~~
    Anne

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    1. RobinMarch 28, 2012 at 9:22 AM

      Dear *FBBBFF*...oh yes...these little guys ARE wired to go - at all times! Their actions and expresions made me laugh!

      Yes...rain is better than frost - especially in March....but last night, coming home late, was COLD, WINDY and WET....sigh.....oh Spring, *where art thou*!!!
      A-ha-ha!

      Love,

      ♥ R ♥

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  5. kjMarch 28, 2012 at 8:01 AM

    well if there is ever a fabulous ad for playtex bras, this is it! :^)
    (pink is a good color on you!)

    the eye of that blackbird is fantastic. your animal and feather shots are getting better and better. i saw a heron this week on a rooftop, totally incongruous until i figured out he/she was flying back to the park after a winter away.

    have fun!
    love
    kj

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  6. RobinMarch 28, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    KJ.. Playtex bras? Actually, I wasn't *crossing my ♥*, but pointing to my pink sweater....a preview of my next Colour post!
    Thank you for complimenting my photos...I have been lucky to have some wonderful *models* these days...who seem to like to pose for me! A-ha-ha! Oooh...seeing that Heron on a rooftop must have been an incredible sight! That's a sure sign Spring is on her way!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  7. Secret Agent WomanApril 1, 2012 at 6:37 AM

    Great bird shots. I like how birds will stare you down for a bit of food. I always cave in.

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  8. MimApril 2, 2012 at 4:28 PM

    I love those shots - just gorgeous! and your red sweater of course.

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  9. SnowbrushApril 6, 2012 at 12:22 AM

    Oh, no, you've been getting this crap too?! As you know, the Willamette Valley is known for its rain, but it's gotten ridiculous lately.

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