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Swede’s Photographs

Poised for the Catch

This snowy egret (Egretta thula) was hunting in a tidal pool in Gulfport, Mississippi, just as it struck at something beneath the water. I especially love how the image captures the suspended water droplets from the splash, along with their shimmering reflections on the surface.

Explore a curated collection of heron and egret images in my photo gallery. Take a look!

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"The image captures a snowy egret in the midst of a hunt, poised with breathtaking elegance. Its slender, pure white body contrasts sharply against the dark, rippling water, each feather appearing crisp and delicate. The egret’s long, black legs barely disturb the surface as it moves with calculated precision, one foot raised mid-step. Its brilliant yellow feet, like golden lanterns beneath the water, are splayed slightly—perhaps stirring up small prey. The egret’s sharp, black beak is angled forward, eyes locked onto the water below, displaying intense focus. The soft reflection of the bird dances across the water’s surface, subtly distorted by gentle waves. The background is a muted blur, suggesting reeds and marshland, reinforcing the serene yet vital nature of the egret’s pursuit." - Copilot
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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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