Tuesday, March 1, 2011

ABC Wednesday: G is for geese gulls goons


A gaggle of geese and gulls are harassed by wee ghastly goons.
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A gray goose (right hand side below) rises to its full height and becomes garrulous with its great groans and gesticulates at wee goon.
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Disclaimer - I'm writing from the perspective of the animals being chased which is silly, of course, but from my perspective I'm sure the children are sweet little darlings. To tell you the truth, my biggest concern is the children will hurt themselves running with sticks. I have complete confidence in the geese and gulls ability to fend for themselves.
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30 comments:

  1. MaRMarch 1, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Gorgeous!! love the geese and gulls! it sure looks like the kids are having fun :)

    G is for...

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  2. Cezar and LéiaMarch 1, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Kids, sun, beach, lovely energy from these critters, perfect choice!
    I'm in love for this scenery!
    Léia

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  3. Kay L. DaviesMarch 1, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Beautiful shots, Carver. Yes, I'd be more worried about the children than about the geese, who can certainly defend themselves.
    -- K

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  4. B i r g i t t aMarch 1, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    I use to tell children not to chase birds if I see they do.
    Sometimes I am too much teacher even as retired ;)

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  5. Gigi AnnMarch 1, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    The photos are lovely, I agree the birds will fend for themselves, but the children may get a scare if the geese attack them. Great choice for G day.

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  6. EG CameraGirlMarch 1, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    You made me GIGGLE, Carver. Thanks, I needed that! :))

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  7. Jane and ChrisMarch 1, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Any post with animals is a winner with me!
    Jane x

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  8. Sylvia KMarch 1, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    Yes, you made me grin and giggle too and on this gray and grumpy G Day I'm greatly grateful for those!! Love the gulls and geese and I would surely guard against the wee ghastly goons. Great post for the G Day!!

    Sylvia
    ABC Team

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  9. NankaMarch 1, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    Your words made me Grin..love the fun take and your humor!!

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  10. Roger Owen GreenMarch 1, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Yes, the geese will probably be OK, but so will the kids, I reckon.
    ROG, ABC Wednesday team

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  11. Reader WilMarch 1, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Great to see so many birds together.A few weeks ago we went for a walk and we were surrounded by coots, mallards and swans. They were very hungry and I was sorry not to have taken some bread with me.

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  12. Vinay Leo R.March 1, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    gosh Carver, that is one gorgeous gaggle! a beautiful photograph and contribution to ABCW!

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  13. Lynette KillamMarch 1, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    A wonderful collection of Gs, and great photographs of the birds!

    But sweet as the wee ghostly goons may be, I do hope they get over this stage soon...:)

    Lynette
    Imagination Lane

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  14. ???March 1, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    I love the running swan in the last photo, he looks hilarious.

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  15. Tumblewords:March 1, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Great captures! I, too, am sure the birds are capable of looking after themselves! Lots of action and interaction going on in the photos.

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  16. Misfit in ParadiseMarch 1, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    We had a junkyard near us that used geese as watch animals. I tell you what, I wouldn't get out of my car with them there!
    Donna - ABC Team

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  17. CildemerMarch 1, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    Great post for the day!
    And yes, let the kids have fun. Those birds have wings and can fly away! The kids should pay attention to the geese, though. Those critters can be nasty!

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    Have a gorgeous week****

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  18. caiteMarch 1, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    those birds can be aggressive...and yes, I am sure they can take care of themselves.

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  19. HildredMarch 1, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Wonderful scene and well captured. A great choice for the letter G!

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  20. photowannabeMarch 1, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    Thats a big gaggle of geese and gulls. Great gander.

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  21. Chubskulit RoseMarch 1, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    Gorgeous! Great choice for this week's G.

    G is for....

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  22. IndraniMarch 2, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    I like your perspective. :)
    Great shots.

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  23. TYRA Hallsénius LindheMarch 2, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    I like the little GGGuy!

    Tyra

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  24. JanetMarch 2, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Your alliteration should get the G prize!

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  25. Kim, USAMarch 2, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Oh well I can be called a goon too hehehehe. I love to feed and chase birds it's fun lol!!
    ABC Wednesday-G

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  26. BarbaraMarch 2, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I like gulls and geese - like you I would be concerned for the children.

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  27. srpMarch 2, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    This gathering of geese and gulls is gargantuan! Yes, hopefully the little guys are genuine gems.

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  28. Paula Scott Molokai Girl StudioMarch 3, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    Fun frozen in time! What a gaggle!

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  29. Linda Bob Grifins Korbetis HallMarch 4, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    These are lovely.
    :)

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  30. NydiaMarch 6, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    Wonderful!
    I have issues with geeze... Been chased my many in my childhood!

    Kisses from Nydia.

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