Continuing the third part of my day spent at the estuary with my daughter Eva I will be sharing just a few bird photos, and some more images of the local atmosphere, on and off the water. It was a fantastic day out. My snaps are of a poor quality, but I hope you enjoy sharing in the atmosphere of that sunny day. By the time I took these photos, I felt very tired as the walk to the estuary had been a long walk, and I was already on my way back to the car, soaking up the atmosphere of everything I saw as I went along.
A beautiful bird.
More water sport images. I have left the birds in on purpose,
on every photo. :=)
A relaxed atmosphere, as people were enjoying finishing their lunch.
It was just like a summer's day, when eating outside is so pleasurable
Chilling out with the family.
A Yellow-legged Gull near the restaurants.
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Dear Sonjia,
I like to see the pictures from your local area. The birds, the water and the light looks very nice. The Doves are very pretty.
I accidentally deleted your last comment on my blog. I don't know how it happened, but I'm so sorry about it.
Many hugs from Norway.
That looks like a lovely day Sonjia. I particularly like the Egyptian Geese. Do you think that all of the water sport and other activity is disturbing the birds? We have seen an enormous increase in water sports and visits to the coast since lockdown. I think this is having a big impact on the wildlife there.
Wonderful lifestyle on display. The gull looks nice too
I think it was a lovely day with your daughter, really nice that you can do this together.
This is a beautiful area you have taken beautiful pictures.
Photo 20 is my favorite.
Greetings Irma
Hello Sonjia,
I enjoy these photos from your visit to the Estuary! The pigeons are very colorful and pretty. People do enjoy being on the water, lovely captures.
The Egyptian Geese are pretty, great sightings. The Angle statue is beautiful.
Take care, enjoy your day!
My word you take great pictures, Sonjia, so crisp and sharp and clear. I am very pleased to see that in keeping with your new status as birder extraordinaire you have aimed your lens at some fine avian subjects. Soon you will have a gallery of gulls, a cornucopia of cormorants, a tableau of tits, a selection of sparrows, and who knows what else! In the meantime both your balcony and the estuary will bring pleasure to all of us via your wonderful images. I am a happy man! Big hugs - David
I love those Egyptian Geese, first time seeing them in photos. the day looks perfect and I would love to eat outside with you and enjoy the day. the paddle people look like they are having so much fun, all are laughing and happy and the photos are so beautiful, feels like I was there
Hello Sonjia. The Douro looks so inviting and relaxing, something for everyone I think. I know The Douro from the fact that I look, sometimes in vain, for Portuguese wines because experience has taught me that they are very often far superior to their French and Spanish counterparts. It's not an easy task in our supermarkets but I am invariably pleased with the goodies I find. Cheers, and enjoy your time on the river.
I love the way that you have captured the fabulous irridescence in the plumage of the doves, Sonjia. It seems that Egyptian Geese are getting firmly established all over Europe. They give us a problem with Osprey nests as Egyptian Geese like to nest up high, and have a habit of taking over Osprey Nests before the Ospreys return in the spring. Most times the Ospreys will see them off, however.
Seeing all those people having fun on the water in this post from you has got me wondering if I am too old to take up paddle-boarding. I might, however, be a bit put-off by the water temperature!
Thank you for an entertaining and thought-provoking post. Stay safe - - - Richard
Me encantaron tus fotografías, yo las veo muy bien. Las palomas están preciosas y todo lo demás. Un abrazo.
You found so much to see! Thank you for sharing.
So great to see the rock pigeons in a natural surrounding instead of in the city!
Hello, Sonjia :=)
Today, October 27, is my first visit since October 14, when I enjoyed Part 1 of your visit to the estuary. I’ve now enjoyed Parts 2 and 3. In Part 2, I smiled, when you said, about your first sighting of a Godwit, “I am beginning to think of myself as a birder, so I saw a lifer!!:=)” That is so cool. I think of myself as a sort of “wanna-be” birder. For one thing, I don’t really have a “life list” that I can refer to, and also, I’m getting so old that I’m not sure if I can recall seeing an unusual bird 40 or 50 years ago. 😊 Looking back, I should have started a written list. I enjoyed your photos of the Godwit. Also, the people enjoying their sailboats. In Part 3 I felt like I was there with you enjoying the atmosphere of the sunny day. There was so much fun activity and yet no sense of being crowded. Thank you for sharing your visit to the estuary. Sending you best wishes from Seattle. Have a fine weekend ahead!
John
You nicely captured the iridescence of the pigeons. Nice water sports shotswith the birds doing "double duty." Beautiful statue.
"The Messenger" is magnificent! I have enjoyed all your photos, thank you so much!
Dear Sonjia,
I have now read through all three of your estuary postings. That seems to have been a really great trip with your daughter and you saw sooo many birds. Nice that you took us with you :-)
Thank you for your loving words about our farewell to our cat Nina!
I wish you wonderful last days of October,
all the best from Austria,
Traude
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Hello Sonjia,
The Estuary images are beautiful, it looks like a great place to visit.
I always enjoy seeing the birds, lovely views of the water and boats.
Great post and your photos are lovely. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a happy weekend.
...the first time that I saw stand up paddling was in Hawaii, now I see it here at home. Good ideas spread quickly. Enjoy your weekend.
Your day at the Esturary really looks wonderful. So nice to be among many people enjoying the atmosphere — but not too crowded.
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I've enjoyed all of your photos. Thanks for sharing...
Hi Sonjia, all these photos are beautiful and of good quality. I enjoyed looking at those and reading your post. It is always interesting to read and see nature photos other than spend time with nature. It is interesting to see these Egyptian Geese. They look special. Thanks for sharing these photos with us. Have a great weekend!
The angel statute is just beautiful...I keep going back to look at it again. Love your photos of the water...boats and people and birds! What a nice place to spend time!
Lovely photos from your visit to the Estuary. Looks like lots of fun and enjoyment. Takes for sharing and have a great weekend.
What a fabulous day you had. I love those geese. Thanks for your kind comments.
Beautiful series of photos ~ Those geese are fascinating ~ Xo
Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
I absolutely love the photos of the Estuary.
You are such an incredible photographer.
Happy Sunday, Sonjia💐
I have really enjoyed seeing your photographs of the visit to the estuary both on this post and your previous ones. It is so lovely to be able to enjoy days like these.
Take care, my good wishes to you.
All the best Jan
Hi Sonjia
Yet another beautiful site, the visit was delightful. I love the Rock Doves, special.
Great photos of the Estuary. So many things to see. So nice to see the people standing and paddling.
Looks like a wonderFul place to spend a day or two..Love the sparkling waters..Great pictures...love the geese!
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Gracias por compartir imágenes de ese día tan placentero que has disfrutado en compañía de tu hija.
Ya te dije en mi comentario anterior que me encantaba el lugar, y hoy, después de ver tu excelente reportaje me reafirmo más en ello porque transmiten tus imágenes paz y sosiego.
Un saludo y que tengas una bonita semana.
you live in a great place to enjoy an afternoon outside with nature!! beautiful images that represent the day well!!
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