Work had piled high, so I was late getting out for my hike today. A cardinal helped me put one foot in front of another by offering an encouraging “Boogity, boogity, boogity.” July 29, 2020 Work had piled high, so I was late getting out for my hike today. A cardinal helped me put one foot in front of another by offering an encouraging “Boogity, boogity, boogity.” A firefly (lightning bug) taking the time to recharge its batteries. A Ruby-throated Hummingbird checked out the grape jelly feeder aimed for orioles, catbirds, Red-bellied Woodpeckers, etc. ← Once upon a time, I led a nature walk for kids beyond herding to a state park. Scarlet Tanager males were more numerous than untied shoes. I relish those glorious memories.looking old around the ages →