The superstorm has struck and the east coast and NYC are a mess. All of our sons are safely tucked into their apartments with plenty of supplies, but many other people are in trouble. Most of Atlantic City, NJ is underwater. The tunnels and and subways are taking on water, electricity is out below 34th St. and the lower east side is flooded.
At home the winds are strong and the rain has not stopped all day. Fortunately, our sump pump continues to run, we have electricity and there's no damage to the house so far.
Blue Heron in Canadaway Creek
Canadaway Creek on Forest Place
Russell Joy Park
We went out for a walk this morning in the rain cause I couldn't stand to be inside anymore. I put my camera in a plastic bag around my neck, hoping to get a few pictures. As we approached Canadaway Creek, we noticed the milkweed pods had not popped open yet. It was raining so I didn't have the camera out and there suddenly in the creek was the great blue heron! It was fishing along the shore even though the water was raging. It took off quickly and flew downstream. They are such impressive birds with their long necks and skinny legs. The wing span is about 4 feet and I missed the close up shot of it flying again. It landed about fifty feet away and began its quest for a meal again.
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