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Swede’s Photographs

Good morning. 🕊️🕊️🕊️

15 May 2025

Gloom, despair, and agony on me Deep, dark depression, excessive misery If it weren't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all Gloom, despair, and agony on me…” — Buck Owens and Roy Clark

This catchy jingle, Gloom, Despair, and Agony on Me, has been bouncing around in my head this morning. If you don’t recognize it, it’s a classic tune from the variety show Hee Haw, which aired from 1969 to 1992. I tuned in occasionally, though it was never a favorite of mine—too corny, like a whole show full of grandpa jokes. But this song? Pure genius. A classic, right up there with Bach and Chopin.

"You might be a redneck if you have every episode of Hee Haw on tape." - Jeff Foxworthy

"The image captures a mesmerizing aerial ballet—pigeons in mid-flight, swirling and gliding as if choreographed by the wind itself. Their wings spread wide, forming fluid, dynamic shapes against the backdrop of the sky. Some birds ascend gracefully, while others angle downward, creating an intricate pattern of movement. The sunlight filters through their feathers, revealing subtle shades of gray, white, and hints of iridescence. The sky, a soft gradient of blues, acts as the perfect stage for this avian dance. It’s a moment of pure freedom—nature’s own spontaneous performance." - Copilot
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Swede’s Photographs

Good morning. 🕊️🕊️🕊️

1 May 2025

May has arrived, and with it, May Day. At first, I thought we didn't really celebrate it here, but then I remembered the annual May festival downtown. My wife has set up a booth a few times to sell her quilting products. Quilts are a tough sell—while beautiful and intricate, they require significant effort to make and can range from a few hundred to a thousand dollars, making them more of an investment than an impulse buy. To appeal to a wider audience, she also showcases smaller items like baby sets and teddy bears. Her sports-themed teddy bears, especially those featuring Saints and LSU fabric, are quite popular. They often come dressed up, adding to their charm and making them a big hit at the festival.

"As full of spirit as the month of May, and as gorgeous as the sun in Midsummer." — William Shakespeare

"This image captures six birds soaring through a cloudy sky, each in a different position, creating a dynamic sense of movement. The birds, likely pigeons, contrast against the muted background, adding an element of motion and freedom. A tree with bare branches and a few remaining autumn leaves stands in the foreground, lending a seasonal feel to the scene. In the top right corner, the image is signed "© Swede's Photographs." It's a beautifully composed shot, balancing nature and motion in a thoughtful way" - Copilot
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Swede’s Photographs

Clash of the Plumage

While Charlie and I sat out back this morning, I watched these two rock pigeons (Columba livia) duke it out around the corner of a bird feeder. The bird on the right, with its left side toward the camera, eventually yielded the bird feeder and hopped to the ground.

I've read that pigeons are sexually dimorphic, but I have trouble telling the sexes apart. Nevertheless, I believe these two are males.

If you're a fan of stunning dove imagery, be sure to explore my photo gallery for a collection of beautiful snapshots that capture their elegance and charm.

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"The image portrays two pigeons locked in an apparent squabble around the corner of a rustic bird feeder. The feeder, with its simple wooden structure and slanted roof, serves as the battleground for these feathered adversaries. On the left side, one pigeon stands on the edge of the feeder, facing the other with a sharp, assertive posture. Its iridescent plumage shimmers with hues of green, purple, and blue, adding a vivid contrast to its surroundings. On the right side, the second pigeon perches firmly on the feeder's platform, responding to the other’s stance with equal intensity. Both birds have striking red feet, lending a splash of color to the scene. Behind them, the background is softly blurred, keeping the focus entirely on this feisty encounter." - Copilot
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Swede’s Photographs

Watchful Turn

Just yesterday, I was reflecting on how I hadn’t spotted any white-winged doves (Zenaida asiatica) this year, and to my surprise, one made an appearance this morning. While we’re slightly outside their documented range, these elegant birds seem to visit here almost every year, adding a delightful touch to the local wildlife.

If you're a fan of stunning dove imagery, be sure to explore my photo gallery for a collection of beautiful snapshots that capture their elegance and charm.

swede1952-photographs.pixels.c

This image showcases a white-winged dove (Zenaida asiatica) captured in a moment of grace and intrigue. The bird is facing to the left but looks back over its right shoulder, its bright amber eye prominently visible and drawing attention to its alert gaze. The dove's plumage is a delicate blend of soft gray and brown tones, with striking white patches on its wings that contrast beautifully against its overall coloration. Its curved beak is dark gray, complementing the muted elegance of its feathers. The setting is natural and serene, with greenery in the background adding to the bird’s quiet charm.
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_The Evening Post_, 5 April 1924:
LOCAL AND GENERAL
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An interesting account of the amazing recovery of a small bird after a serious injury is given by a chief petty officer on H.M.S. #Philomel, says the “Auckland Herald.” The bird, a white dove, was savagely attacked by a dog; and had its chest so torn open that its heart was actually exposed, the beating being plainly visible. After lying unattended for half an hour the bird was taken to the sick bay, where its wounds were sewn up with horse hair, and a bandage wound round its body. It was then put to bed in its box, while its mate waited nearby for company. On being visited next morning the bird was found to have freed itself from its bandages and to be flying around the room. When the door was opened it flew outside. The dove appears to be now as strong as ever, though the stitches can be plainly seen in its body.
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Wikipedia article about the Philomel en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HMS_Phil

Black-and-white photo: Harbour Training-ship of the New Zealand Navy: H.M.S. Philomel. 1925. Description: A view of the port side of the two-funnelled cruiser while at sea. Citation: Supplement to the Auckland Weekly News, 1 May 1924, p. 52. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections AWNS-19240501-52-01. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/photos/id/246992
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