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Astonished

July 4, 2014September 2, 2014 / The Urban Nature Enthusiast / Leave a comment

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Am I no longer young, and still not half-perfect? Let me

    keep my mind on what matters,

which is my work,

which is mostly standing still and learning to be

astonished

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— from the poem, Messenger by Mary Oliver (Thirst)

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My 2027 City Crow Calendar is ready to pre-order n My 2027 City Crow Calendar is ready to pre-order now for early July delivery. 
This is my 12th calendar and the focus of this one is crow character. Twelve of my favourite local crow characters are featured , with portraits and details of their personalities and adventures. 
#crowcalendar #citycrowcalendar2027 #crowlovers #junehunterimages
The Berries (Barry and Beryl) have four fledglings The Berries (Barry and Beryl) have four fledglings. They’re run off their feet and wings, but luckily they have help from Baby Berry, their offspring from last summer. #berrycrows #citycrowstories #crowphotography #fledglings
Breezy Bill. #billthecrow #citycrowstories #blus Breezy Bill. 

#billthecrow #citycrowstories #blusteryday
One of Norman and Nancy’s kids, looking increasing One of Norman and Nancy’s kids, looking increasingly confident, verging on sassy. 🤣 #citycrowstories #normanandnancycrows #crowfledgling
Today’s post at urbannature.blog is an update on B Today’s post at urbannature.blog is an update on Bill & Irene and Earl & Echo’s nesting efforts so far this spring. Photo shows Bill in full nest-guarding regalia — maximally fluffed head, leg and chest feathers, tail up. He manages to almost double his size with all of that fierce floof! #citycrowstories #earlandechocrows #billthecrow #nestingseason
In a scene familiar to all parents of small childr In a scene familiar to all parents of small children, Norman and Nancy attempt to get a little time to themselves, but one of the fledglings is having none of that nonsense, even going as far as to peck one of the parents to get them to pay attention. Their less needy sibling was napping quietly on a nearby Hydro wire. #citycrowstories #normanandnancycrows #parenthood
Crow fledgling rehab advice request! This picture, Crow fledgling rehab advice request!
This picture, for the benefit of the algorithm, is of Norman and Nancy’s two fledglings. They are fine!
The question comes from someone who contacted me in Macedonia, from a small town with no bird rescue society. 
She has a baby crow on her deck, who can’t seem to fly or walk well. She got antibiotics from a vet, but it’s been four days and the fledgling is taking food and living on her apartment deck. 
She has asked me for advice, but I have no  experience or knowledge in this area. 
If anyone reading this does have crow rehab experience, what would you suggest?
The Thinker. #ravenprint #ravenphotography #juneh The Thinker. 
#ravenprint #ravenphotography #junehunterimages
The 2027 City Crow Calendar is finally at the prin The 2027 City Crow Calendar is finally at the print shop! Elegant Earl, along with a fluttering Canadian flag, will be March’s crow. Each month tells you something of the life story and character of a local crow I’ve come to know. 🇨🇦 #citycrowstories #citycrowcalendar2027 #junehunterimages
A small bowl of water for the local wildlife can m A small bowl of water for the local wildlife can make all the difference. It’s important to keep the container clean and refilled regularly. The crows will love you for it! ❤️💦💧
Norman arriving with snacks for the kids. It’s a f Norman arriving with snacks for the kids. It’s a full-on job and he and Nancy are looking a little stunned at their nesting success year. #citycrowstories #normanandnancycrows #crowfledglings #siblings
Thanks so much for the lovely birthday greetings! Thanks so much for the lovely birthday greetings! It’s always fun going through old photos, but a bit terrifying when you realize that your childhood photos look like museum displays. 
My birthday was really lovely, with all the special greetings, fun daytime outings and dinner at the local fish and chip shop! 
My special gift from the crows was Norman and Nancy bringing the new fledglings to our deck. The photo is a bit blurry, taken through the rather dirty window to avoid scaring them away. Getting the Windex out today!
Thanks again for all the good wishes — so appreciated! ❤️
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