Day 37, Small Pause, "Outside My Window"

Upwards, 20x16in. Oil on wrap canvas. 

Today's Small Pause...

We have received a large quantity of snow over the last couple of weeks. These snowy conditions have brought an abundance of feathered friends to my bird feeders. While I prepared breakfast this morning, I took great joy and many pauses to watch their antics. It was delightful to watch such an array of birds swoop back and forth from nearby trees to feed. 

Love seeing the Evening Grosbeaks arrive! Such a gorgeous bird!

Male and female Evening Grosbeaks. plus a Common Redpoll

I often drag the men folk in my home to come witness the grand event occurring on our back doorstep. I have to admit, I think I am the most enthused with our winged friends' visits. I have the impression that the males in our family get more entertainment from my antics! lol

Our Persian cat Marlee, also got in on the action this morning. She suddenly realized that  there was a large amount of activity happening just beyond the window! Her head swivelled about as she made little plaintive noises from the window ledge. It was almost too much for her when a little Redpole landed on the window ledge outside. 

Marlee and a bird on the window ledge outside! Lots of plaintive noises happening here. 

The most exciting part of my small pause today was when I discovered the "beauty" had returned! I haven't seen him since last year.  A gorgeous pheasant decided to join in on this Sunday bird feast! He scuffled about on the snow with chicken like behaviors, adding to my further entertainment. 

Always so exciting to see this magnificent bird! 

Yes, it was  a delightful pause this morning. I could have ignored the hustle and bustle outside my window today and hurriedly prepared breakfast, but look what I would have missed out on! What will you take time to notice today? One small pause can uplift your whole day. I hope you take time to enjoy being present in one small moment. 

Warmly,

Debbie

P.S. Please feel free to add your own small pause or comments below.

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Day 29, Small Pause, "Timeout"

Carefree, 6x6in. Oil on linen/panel.
Painted En Plein Air in MacLellan's Brook, Nova Scotia.

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Today's Small Pause...

After being very busy the last two days completing domestic chores and projects, I felt like I had been in continuous motion. We have been blessed with an extra warm October day, so I decided to set my to do list aside and sit quietly on my back doorstep for awhile. 

While I sat in stillness, I suddenly realized how the roles had switched. I was still and nature busily flitted on around me. If I had not become an observer, I would not have noticed the abundance of ladybugs. They were soaring through the air on my deck, landing on objects and even me. 

I smiled with amusement as they crawled along my arm, tickling me as they ventured along. Chickadees were extremely active and entertaining as they ate from my feeders. A large blue jay landed on our outdoor umbrella, initially unaware of my presence. It was rejuvenating to just " stop" and become aware of the present. To slow down the pace of life and sit quietly in time out.

Interesting Autumn Shadows

It is easy to forget the importance of becoming still when the demands of life drown out the silence. Remember to slow down;  your inner self will be thankful!

Warmly,

Debbie

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