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Neil Barker's avatar

Thanks and they definitely looked like they were enjoying themselves. :)

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James Freitas's avatar

Excellent photos! I really enjoy the way the turtles reflect on the water. Great observations—I stopped to appreciate the turtles on some recent walks too.

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Neil Barker's avatar

Thanks James. I'm hoping to see more on my upcoming hikes. I like how they seem to simply sit and watch the world go by around them.

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Michael's avatar

I agree with James! Happy to see them there and happy that you were present to get those pictures to share! They seem like creatures of good omen!

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Neil Barker's avatar

Thanks Michael and agreed on the good omen. Funny too as we had about 10cm/4 inches of snow the previous two days - last gasp of Winter. The warm Sunshine of Spring made short work of that snow though. The turtles no doubr appreciated that!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Beautiful! I also agree with James about the way the turtles reflect on the water. Outstanding photography and poetry, so apt for Spring and hopeful.

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Neil Barker's avatar

Thanks Heidi - the turtles seem have that hopeful smile of Spring. And doubled if we include the reflections. :)

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Absolutely! I’m hoping to see the local turtles here soon at the ponds, but not enough sunshine yet. I have, however, discovered a Bewick’s Wren nest by one of the ponds and the pair are quite busy going in and out of it. It is an amazing architectural design, like a tear drop in the tree. I’ll try to get photos to share.

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Neil Barker's avatar

That's awesome and hopefully the turtles make an appearance soon. Also looking forward to upcoming photos of a Bewick's Wren and their nest.

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Hajra's avatar

Beautiful 😍

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Neil Barker's avatar

Thanks Hajra. :)

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Perry J. Greenbaum 🇨🇦 🦜's avatar

The turtles are enjoying the beautiful day like we are. And are human watching in the process

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Neil Barker's avatar

Agreed Perry - that beautiful sunny day weather can be enjoyed by all.

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Wendy Henry's avatar

We can’t wait to see our painted turtle’s on our pond. Loved your photos.

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Neil Barker's avatar

Thanks Wendy and hopefully the turtles in your pond appear soon. :)

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