An interesting article by Donna L. O’Daniel provided the background for this blog. You can see her complete article at: Water, Water Everywhere . . . And Not A Drop To Drink. See the article for some of the more technical aspects of this. Birds that are at sea for months and even years must … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Seven By Seven
When the birds and animals came to Noah and the Ark, the “clean critters” came “seven by seven.” Noah was told in Genesis 7:1-3: And the LORD said unto Noah, Come thou and all thy house into the ark; for thee have I seen righteous before me in this generation. Of every clean beast thou … Continue reading
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Black-breasted Buttonquail
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Black-breasted Buttonquail ~ by Ian Montgomery Newsletter – 01/30/11 I returned home from Armidale NSW by road bringing back a friend’s car that had been left at the Gold Coast south of Brisbane because of the flooding. I took the opportunity to make a detour to Inskip Point – … Continue reading
Birds In Hymns – There Seems A Voice In Every Gale
…The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard. (Psalms 19:1-3 KJV) Words by Amelia A. Opie (1769-1853) Music: Arlington – by Thomas A. Arne, 1762; arranged by … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Stork III
Dan and I were out birdwatching this last week several times. We have the privilege of seeing the Wood Storks quite frequently. The Birds of the Bible – Stork and the Birds of the Bible – Stork II articles have covered different aspects of the Stork. This time, the Bible passage in Job 39:13 is … Continue reading
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Laughing Kookaburra
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Laughing Kookaburra ~ by Ian Montgomery Newsletter – 01/23/11 The Blue-winged Kookaburra has featured as bird of the week (twice) but, as far as I can detect, the iconic Laughing Kookaburra hasn’t, so let’s correct that using library photos. Bird photo opportunities were time-constrained during the wonderful recorder course … Continue reading
Avian Worship…
Avian Worship… ~ by a j mithra and Lee The Bible says,” But ask now the beasts, and they shall teach thee; And the birds of the heavens, and they shall tell thee” Job 12:6 Birds are the most beautiful of all creations… Aren’t they? Of course they are.. If we have the heart to … Continue reading
Fantastic Bird Carver
I received a request to show this short documentary about a lady, Lona Hymas-Smith, who is a great woodcarving artist. After viewing the YouTube by HappyShiver, I decided to share it on our blog. She is a fantastic artist. Lona’s niece made this video. I am sure she is very proud of her aunt’s talent. … Continue reading
Oilbird – Mission With A Vision
Oilbird – Mission With A Vision ~ by a j mithra Oilbird or Guacharo lives in northern South America from Guyana to Peru. The Oilbird ranges locally across much northern South America and down the Andes all the way to Bolivia. Their plumage is cinnamon brown, with small, white spots. The Oilbird presents a somewhat … Continue reading
Birds In Hymns – Flee As A Bird
Birds In Hymns – Flee As A Bird ~ by Mary S. Shindler …A Psalm of David. In the LORD I put my trust; How can you say to my soul, “Flee as a bird to your mountain”? (Psalms 11:1 NKJV) Words & Music ~ by Mary S. Shindler, 1842 Flee As A Bird Flee … Continue reading
Miami University Professors Essentially Admit Evolution Has Connections to Dismal Science and Math Scores
Here is an interesting article from Ken Ham at Answers in Genesis. Thought it was very interesting and worth reading. – Lee Miami University Professors Essentially Admit Evolution Has Connections to Dismal Science and Math Scores.
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Red-necked Phalarope
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Red-necked Phalarope ~ by Ian Montgomery Newsletter – 01-13-11 I had an inquiry from my sister, Colette, in Ireland recently about Red-necked Phalarope (some appeared in breeding plumage at a potential breeding site there last northern summer), so it was floating around in my mind yesterday when I considered … Continue reading
