Identifying Birds & A Winner!

I spotted Audubon’s Masterpieces,

like a rare bird, hidden in a clearance

stack of books for $9.99~

Complete with 150 prints of John James Audubon’s

beautiful and scientific renderings~

Fun to compare his artistic illustrations with

our bird sightings at the lake~

Where we often see Osprey, Herons,

and occasionally the rare Blackhawk. . .

And are entertained by the aerial acrobatics

of Barn Swallows & Purple Martins~

And enjoy watching the Bluebirds nest~

I spotted a bird last week that

I’m still trying to identify. . .

Even Mr. Audubon’s Masterpieces

and detailed illustrations were no help~

Although it does bear a resemblance to

 the Carolina Turtle Dove or Common Magpie :)

I discovered it nesting in a bowl with other silverplate,

and endangered from the other knives

and flatware and becoming scratched~

 So like a good conservationist, I rescued it

and brought it home to roost!

Markings identified the knife as anchor Rogers AA~

If anyone has any information as to the species :)

or pattern, please let me know!

The winner of my

For the Birds Giveaway & Gift Card is. . .

. . . Susan at

 Savoring Time in the Kitchen!

Congratulations Susan and

thanks to all who entered!