Beautifiul Morning on the Lake

Another great morning on the lake.  It wasn’t too choppy and the sun was shining.

There were lots of birds around the water this morning.  The kingfishers were noisy and in constant motion, so no photos of them.  Here are a few of the others.

Soaring Tern
Soaring Tern

 

Sparrow
Sparrow

 

Sparrow
Sparrow

 

Grackle with Breakfast
Grackle with Breakfast

The water lilies were in full bloom, bright in the sunlight.

Water Lily in the Sun
Water Lily in the Sun

 

Water Lily Reflections
Water Lily Reflections

 

 
Lots of Lilies
Lots of Lilies

 

Water Lily
Water Lily

 

Water Lily and Bee
Water Lily and Bee

However, the snail was in hiding.

Snail on Lily Pad
Snail on Lily Pad

Not many turtles out this morning, but there were a couple sunning themselves.

Turtle Sunning on a Log
Turtle Sunning on a Log

The real treat of the morning was another glimpse of the loons.  It looks like Mom is teaching baby to dive.  The baby disappeared a couple times, presumably in a short dive.

Loon Mom and Baby
Loon Mom and Baby

 

Loon Mom and Baby
Loon Mom and Baby

 

Loon Mom and Baby
Loon Mom and Baby

 

Loon Mom and Baby
Loon Mom and Baby

The lake never fails to surprise and delight.  I hope you can get out and explore it for yourselves.

Mark

4 thoughts on “Beautifiul Morning on the Lake

  1. Hi Mark —

    Great photos from the lake. The water lily photos are stunning. I’m so happy the loons’ baby is doing well and look forward to him (her) growing through the next few months. Keep up the good work. I especially appreciate it when I am away from the lake.

    Cheers.

    Chris

  2. Mark,
    I cannot begin to tell you how much I love your photos and how they make me feel like I am in Interlochen when I am so far away in CA.
    Looking forward to seeing you and Rose in a few days.
    Best wishes,
    Sandy Adams

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