Monthly Archives: July 2026

Hummerpalooza 7_29_26

For the last few days… there’s been an explosion of hummingbirds; all around one of our feeders. Most seem to be young and are so hungry, they are going through a cup and a half per day. I sit under … Continue reading

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Another week o’ wildlife 7_26_26

Stuck in the cloud/critter rotation but that’s what’s shakin’ lately (along with the heat!). We had another afternoon visit from a bobcat at the water trough and last night I heard it’s “meow” that sounded more like scream mixed with … Continue reading

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More Summer weather 7_25_26

Another round of nice clouds, lightning and a colorful sunset. And finally, the view from a favorite greenbelt spot I hiked to this morning.

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Storms and lightning 7_22_26

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Clouds, sunrise and sunsets 7_17_26

A collection of the busy sky from the last week. Nice to have the monsoons return!

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Cavalcade o’ critters 7_16_26

This week’s creatures spotted around the grounds. It’s especially nice to see the return of the Rufous Hummingbirds. They are the smallest that we get and also the fightiest! Also glad to see a Swainson’s Hawk soaring overhead, a rare … Continue reading

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Smoke and sunsets 7_8_26

The various fires around New Mexico and Colorado are creating hazy skies depending on the wind direction. I’ve included a shot comparing the views during and after the smoke. It makes for a nice red sunset but looking closer, you … Continue reading

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Fourth o’ July Fauna

Some of the local critters who were out on or about the holiday, including the quail chick who Joan rescued from the birdbath and the bobcat who hopefully passed them all by.

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Eldorado 4th of July parade

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End of June sunsets, rainbows and Strawberry Moon 6_27_26

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