At My Bird Feeder: A Delightful Surprise

Gazing out my kitchen window,

a frequent practice of mine,

I was greeted with

this eye-catching woodpecker.

I was ready to record its name as a red-headed woodpecker,

but I checked online and found

that it's a red-bellied woodpecker.

Since I couldn't see the entire belly,

again I googled it.  

The woodpecker sports a pinkish tinge of color on 

its belly, both genders have it.

At any rate, I was thrilled to see him!

I hope he makes frequent visits. 

I've joined Grow Your Blog

for the first time

in hopes of increasing my readership.

Spread the word, 

if you wish,

I certainly would appreciate it. 

Also I am considering giving away

a framed print of one of my photographs.

I will sort through them this weekend 

and publish the choices on Monday's post.

and here's my small stone for today...

surprising vista, 
swelling appreciation

for his striking look!