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Magical Moment, 458, "A Mamma's Babies"

Don't mess with a Mamma's babies! 



"The watchful mother tarries nigh, though sleep has closed her infant's eyes." 
-John Keble

Happy Mother's Day, all you Mammas out there!


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Birdie said…
That is a very interesting spot to choose to have a nest. Brave Mamma.
May 8, 2011 at 8:51 PM
Linda at To Behold The Beauty said…
This is a great shot, Elizabeth. Love it.
May 8, 2011 at 9:17 PM
ds said…
Great shot, Elizabeth--and so true!
May 8, 2011 at 11:14 PM
Elizabeth Grimes said…
Birdie, I thought it was strange too! This was right in the mall parking lot. Hope her babies stay safe.

Linda and DS, thank you!
May 8, 2011 at 11:51 PM
Hilary said…
Wonderful shot, Elizabeth but what a crazy place for her to lay her eggs.
May 9, 2011 at 6:51 AM
Busy Bee Suz said…
That is so true. LOVE the photo!
May 10, 2011 at 10:27 PM
Lisa said…
Loved this. Came over from Hilarys. PTOW
May 11, 2011 at 12:59 AM
Anonymous said…
Wonderful shot!
May 11, 2011 at 3:21 AM
Sueann said…
Sweet!!!!
Congrats on your potw
Hugs
SueAnn
May 11, 2011 at 5:05 AM
Hilary said…
Perfect timing. Perfect shot.
Geesh, what a place she picked!!!!
May 11, 2011 at 7:51 AM
Anonymous said…
What a strange spot for a nest! She must be one of those geese who love livin' on the edge! :-)

Congrats on POTW!
May 11, 2011 at 8:39 AM
Dan said…
A raw instinctive response to a perceived threat! You put yourself in danger... you don't want to be goosed by a goose!

Congratulations on being selected for POTW!

Do you think there is material or inspiration to write a song?
May 11, 2011 at 3:55 PM
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