I was taking a walk at the once-abandoned church property, when I saw something out of place ... From a distance I thought someone had placed a boulder on top of the gravel pile beside the building ...
Then it moved - and flew away into a nearby oak tree!
A great horned owl stared back at me from the branches.
I quietly crept closer until I was close enough to see the reflections in his eyes!
He didn't appear to notice me - He was watching a deer in the grass below ...
I ended up nearly under the tree in which he perched ...
And I was wrong - he DID notice my approach!
He looked straight at me - and winked!
I must have taken a gazillion photos, but I was shaking so much only a few came out.
When I left, he was still in the tree watching me.
And I felt blessed by his presence.
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They are cool looking birds and you managed to capture a few great shots to show us.
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Cool captures, what a magical moment that must have been.
ReplyDeletewow Clytie...what a magical experience, to be in this grand owl's presence!
ReplyDeleteHow exciting to not only get a glimpse of this great bird, but also PHOTOS! Yeah!
ReplyDeleteFantastic captures, Clytie! I do love the owl and his eyes! They are so BIG! Wonderful to be able to not only see him, but get such great shots! Enjoy your weekend!
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Oh, Sissy! I'm drooling--how cool is this?! What a magical experience--but then I'm not surprised, you were in The Abandoned where amazing things happen sometimes.
ReplyDeleteThese fill my eyes, Honey. How absolutely beautiful!
Wow, I love your owl shot. I don't know whoo is luckier.. you, for the chance meeting with an elusive great horned owl.. or him for a chance to meet a kind and caring nature-lover which whoo you are, Clytie.
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Hugs,
Pam
Yay that looks like you are too close to the owl. ^_^
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What great shots of that magnificent bird. Wow, were you lucky to "happen" upon him!!! What a great experience for you and what a treat for us. Have a nice Sunday. Mickie :)
ReplyDeleteOh, my goodness, that is incredible that you saw him, and for so long! How exciting! I would have been shaking, too. I'm glad you got such good pictures. . . he is so wonderful!
ReplyDeleteAwesome shots! I've never seen an owl in the wild before. Very cool!
ReplyDeletehe didn't fly directly towards you?
ReplyDeleteYou did good. I like everyone of them.
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