So there’s the challenge!
Watching wildlife definitely keeps my humour good and my optimism about life high!
I’d like you to meet Peyton Pelican and his family!
Peyton Pelican’s the one at the back
The one with slightly strange hair!
He and his family are all a bit bored
They want to go out, but where?
They soon decide to go for a swim
Over on the lake
Peyton goes first and off he flies
Oh it’s frozen….for goodness sake!
Peyton’s alarmed and steadies himself
And sits for a moment in thought
How the heck can he tackle this
When it’s almost impossible to walk
He inches himself towards the water
Whilst feeling a bit of a fool
Then the wind begins to blow
His hair-oh life can be cruel!
Using the wind’s momentum
And forgetting his very strange look
Peyton hauls himself up to his feet
To the water by hook or by crook!
And when he gets back he puffs out his chest
He fluffles and fluffles himself
And then he begins to tell everyone
About the terrible ice shelf!
‘Listen’ said Payton, “It’s not safe out there
And I’m a very brave pelican!
Every bird both fair and fowl
Must do just what the hell he can!’
Don’t let Peyton know that I got this back shot of him!!…..
That’s All!
See Ya xx
Peyton? Some pelican parents have got a lot to answer for! Remember Mr Richard ‘Dickie’ Bird? Love the pics -)
Apparently “Peyton” stands for ‘warrior’s estate’ Old Dickie Bird didn’t do so badly all things considered!! 😉 Thanks David! 🙂
Those look like the Pelicans from St.James’ Park …? Or is it another one, in London? Also, like someone else mentions, nice theme.Cheers Jamie Holding the Ball https://hirundinedotnet2.wordpress.com/
They are from whipsnade zoo!Thank you 😀
Most entertaining account of Peyton’s adventures in ice-land. Love the bad hair day. Much the same as my Great Egret. Super post and photos, Liz. 🙂
I’m not sure I realised that pelicans had such a top knot on them! I’m guessing that it’s the male that has it as the other pelican didn’t! Yes-bad hair days all round! Thank you 🙂
I love Peyton’s story — a much needed laugh! 🙂
Ah good….always happy to bring a laugh! Thanks Jen 🙂
Very welcome 🙂
I always look forward to your posts 🙂
Thank you-that’s very lovely of you 🙂
Very welcome 🙂
Peyton wins Best Hair on Campus in my book!! 😀
Yes he’s quite a looker isn’t he! Thanks 🙂
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great photos! you need to come out with a children’s book on birds … those Elle limericks are great!
Thank you-the sillier the rhyme the better! I might think about your idea!! 😀