There she was—perched precariously, as squirrels often do. She was maneuvering her way across a black unevenly-spiked fence in a quaint little garden off the Brooklyn promenade.
She’s poised. Graceful in her moves. Tail elongated she floats about with seamless acrobatics atop this fence.
I stayed a non-threatening distance away to capture as much of the action without scaring her and forcing a retreat into the protective layers of the tree’s plush foliage. So, with my trusty iPhone I zoom in for a shot that will appear as though I’m in close proximity to this cute little creature of the wild.
She seemed content with me in her space and so I moved in, slow step by slow step. Camera still aimed directly at her. And that’s when she did it …
… she nestled herself between two spikes at the fence’s apex; wrapped her tail around the central/biggest spike while settling her hind legs on the narrow bar of the fence; she then raised up on her hind legs, lifted her front legs even higher and gently placed her paws inches off the rail. Once in position she stared directly into the lens with a confident and proud demeanor as if to say, “I’m all that and I’m ready for my shot”.
I was ready. Click. Got it!
Others walking by who saw this 10-seconds exhibition unfolding—which felt more like a full-length fashion shoot—joined in my exclamations of pure joy.
I have a feeling she’s done this before! Don’t you?!
This was such a splendiferous nature experience. It gave me a heart smile. Let’s be kinder to Mother Nature. She apportions her joys equally to all. Let’s appreciate her more, be gentle with her offerings for she totally rocks!!
Contributing to Cyranny’s Word of the Day, today’s word is proud; and Sheryl’s Your Daily Word Prompt, the word is apportion.
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Great close-up shots of the squirrel. They are very photogenic and definitely look like they enjoy posing for the camera! They aren’t shy, that’s for sure.
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I swear this one is accustomed to having her pic being taken. Thanks for stopping by. Glad to know you enjoyed this post.
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I enjoyed this piece. You invited me on this experience and I felt like I was right beside you as you captured those beautiful photos.
Very nice.
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Hey Yancybear 💕 glad you were able to journey with me sis. That was the intent and so happy it landed that way for you. Big hug 🤗 And thanks for your continued support
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Brilliant and nice photo
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Hello Tyrone. Great to have you back. Thanks for stopping by again and for your positive comment. Dee
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“This is definitely my best side… okay, ready!” 😉
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Teehee 😹 That must have been exactly what she said Eliza 😍. Cute
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Squirrels can be so cute ☺️
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Indeedy. Indeedy. Thanks for stopping by Quentin! Cheers, Dee
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That’s a beautiful shot, Dee
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Thanks. I didn’t know I’d get that “pose” … good thing I was already on photo mode.
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Yes. I’m glad you managed to capture it
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Yeah. Nature’s offerings are so fulfilling. I had so much joy in just that one moment. Glad you appreciated the post Shweta 🙏🏽💕🙏🏽
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So true, Dee. It’s so fulfilling. You’re most welcome 🙂
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🙏🏽💕🙏🏽💕
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