Photo Friday: Bluebird of Happiness at Mount Rainier
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It wasn't really the Bluebird of Happiness, of course — The birdwatchers among you might tell me it wasn't even a bluebird. I don't know what this blue-colored feathered friend is called by ornithologists. All I know is that it chose my car door as a perch.
"Well, zippity do da, Mr. Blue Bird on my car door!"
We'd stopped at a scenic overlook on our way into the park. This guy was like the welcome committee, eyeing us as we took in the scene. When I opened the door to get back in the car, he apparently didn't want us to leave.
I shook the door gently to tell him we wanted to go see more of the park. But he wasn't ready yet. So we just sat quietly for a few minutes and enjoyed the fresh air.
Couldn't say how long he stayed, but it seemed like a really long visit. Long enough to remind us that this place was to be savored, and we had no reason to be in a hurry.
So no, this feathered fella wasn't the Bluebird of Happiness, but he was ours for that day. And it's not a stretch to presume that this blue-colored bird was happy anyway. Come on — Just look where it lives:
 Mount Rainier National Park on a perfectly clear day  |
Thanks to Delicious Baby for hosting Photo Friday. Visit her site for photo stories from other travelers. May you have a blue-colored bird of happiness-inspired day!
How special to share such an amazing view with this little fella!
The pictures of Mount Rainier and the Falls are gorgeous!!!
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It was a great day. It's the only time I've ever been to Rainier, and I'm so grateful we caught it on a clear day!
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Beautiful bird! And lovely shots of Rainier. Makes me miss living in the Northwest. Rainier is truly stunning!
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I agree -- it is stunning! I can see how you'd miss that part of the country if you used to have places like Rainier in your back yard. But I bet wherever you landed next is beautiful in its own way. Thanks for your comment!
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Stunning photos! We love Rainier!
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Thanks! I totally get why you love it -- me too!
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lovely photos and great story. thanks.
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I think its impossible to not be a happy blue bird in a place as amazing as Mt Rainier.
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It's sure nice to think so. Who knows... maybe he has vacation nests overlooking all the beautiful scenes of the west. Or not. I bet you're right... he's happy where he is.
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now THIS is the perfect way to start my saturday. (yes, we slept late.) (very late.) gorgeous photos that induce an exhale upon first glance. a wise bird who made you listen. and you. always you.
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Sleeping late is what Saturdays are for, right? Glad you enjoyed the photos. They make me happy too!
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Gorgeous photos! Just like you and your writing! I hope your Saturday is off to a fabulous start!
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Wow, thanks! Hope it's sunny where you are. Spring fever is in the air here! Enjoy your weekend.
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