Soph and I decided to enjoy the beautiful weather a few days ago, so after her appointment for a new hair-do (she got a short bob), we headed to Runza and then out to picnic at a nearby lake.
My child has a whole arsenal of poses.
We walked around the lake a bit, and came upon a sweet mama and her babies…
(I was using my purse camera, and the ones of the ducks are a bit hazy for some reason. Maybe a bit too much sun bouncing off the water and all the white feathers!)
Suddenly, the mama duck started making little noises at her kids, rounding them up to leave…
Soon we saw why: the Bird Mafia was in town.
It was fascinating how all the other ducks cleared the path when they came through.
At this point, Sophie started pleading with me to vacate the premises, as she and her dad have had a run-in with a goose or two on a past adventure. But I wanted to keep snapping pictures!
And then I decided Sophie was right. So I rounded up my kid and left with the ducks.
After all, I'd rather not end up swimming with the fishes.
Hyuk hyuk.
10 Comments
Margaret
Love Sophie’s bob! And the ducks and geese – so cute! I think you were smart to clear out — those geese can be mean! Smart Sophie!
joann tx
cute hair do!
the bird mafia! how funny!
but probably wise to head out of dodge as they
came up and out of the water!
looks like you two had a fun, fun, fun day!!!
Catherine
Still laughing!! Bird Mafia…you crack me up!
Wendy
Oh my… it’s like a standdown between New Directions and Vocal Adrenaline! LOL at the bird mafia.
Sophie’s too darned cute. Love the haircut and the dimple!
littlebit
LoL at Bird Mafia! GREAT pics..I especially love the one with the first little duckling. She does love a trip to the salon, doesn’t she. 🙂
tanya
Sophie’s new cut is great! Looks like a fun time was had … until the birds of a feather … geese can be really mean so you were wise to head out.
Tanya
carol fun
Oh I know what you mean about the Canada geese aka the bird mafia – we refer to them as poop machines. Steer clear – LOL —
Katrina
Cute haircut and what a fun day!!!!
DonnaTN
Sophie’s new summer do is great! Geese can be mean and aggressive so better safe than sorry!
Connie Adrian
How lucky you are to have three wonderful, funny, silly girls!! Thank you for sharing your day and your life with us. It is the highlight of my week to read your blog. Your wit is a day brightner for sure! Love the new do. Noticed the little bracelets that Sophia had on(bought some yesterday at Walgreens of all places!)Give her a hug from her adoring public..oh..and one for you too!!
Connie in Omaha