While we are frozen in, we are watching reliable sources. I hope this doesn't creep north, but I know it has made it to Canada. Canadian Food Inspection Food Agency:
Here ↓ is an American resource. I just hope these people are able to keep on doing their research. We shudder reading the news from the bizarre scene to the south.
Avian Flu CDC in mammals in the USA:
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I began the day by feeding deer. There were 11 on Wednesday morning. Who can begrudge them a bit of feed? They are healthy, and lovely to watch. We feed the birds, squirrels, Labbit, and love watching them, struggling in the snow.
The poor birds are holding their own. It's lovely seeing both cardinals at the feeder, momma and poppa.
This is quite a coat. I am always nostalgic putting it on. When I first began teaching in 1982, I bought this 'Yard Duty' down-filled coat on sale. Back in those days we actually let kids outside for recess in -20℃. weather! 😜 I've had to move the zipper, and resew buttons, but this coat has really gotten me through some cold days. It was -19 ℃. and pretty chilly. I was wearing housecoat, jammies underneath and Joe's boots!
My gloves are super, too. Leather with fringe, also on sale. They were made by someone local.
Caitlin and I in a snowy day hug!
Around the corner of the house, they were waiting for me.
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I asked Joe if he could remember any other critters 'doing bear,' but he couldn't. Deer fights never amount to much. This is how they fight, though, with those hooves. It's also why coyotes can't take down a healthy deer, that, and their speed.
I was happy that Joe's back has recovered enough for him to go out and feed deer. It's been a rough few weeks. I videotaped him from the back deck in my housecoat and jammies.
They do have a heirarchy, and they know their place. The fawns like to play around with manners and respect for their elders, as they roar around. I think our highest number this year was 14, which isn't a lot. I think 22 was our max one year.
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