Ann and I drove out to the San Angelo State Park late this morning for some impromptu birding. Unfortunately, the wind got up (again) and the birds were staying down. We did get some glimpses of some Bullock’s Orioles that are starting to arrive, but they were not visible enough to get any useable photos. We did spot this Greater Roadrunner near the bird blind so I have these images for you.
Greater Roadrunner
Greater Roadrunner
You may have read about all of the wildfires that have been going on here in west Texas. At Fort Davis there is still a fire raging over 200,000 acres that still isn’t under control completely yet. Closer to home we had one just outside of town. This image shows it coming over a butte. Just a few hours later, it had reached this fence, and the road on which I was standing was closed to traffic. As of this writing, it has been contained and the fire units are mopping up some hot spots. Hopefully, the high winds today won’t stir them up again.
Wildfire near San Angelo, Texas
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Texas Tweeties by Bob Zeller 
You start with a smile for the sweet roadrunner and leave with a moving image of the smoke from the wildfire poignantly placed beyond the quiet landscape. I hope you have some moisture to dampen the tinder and slow the fires.
Cindy, you have such a wonderful way with words. Thank you. As for the rain, I think that there is a slight chance for showers on Sunday. It sure would be a great help. We have only had one inch of moisture this year.
Great shot of the Road Runner. These birds are something else again. Bad Fires as reported by the news, glad they are starting to get a handle on them. Take care and thanks so much for sharing your photos..
Thanks a bunch, Syl. It is always nice to hear from you. 🙂