“I am the eagle, I live in high country in rocky cathedrals that reach to the sky.
I am the hawk, and there’s blood on my feathers.
But time is still turning, they soon will be dry.
And all those who see me, and all who believe in me
share in the freedom I feel when I fly.
Come dance with the west wind and touch on the mountain tops.
Sail o’er the canyons and up to the stars.
And reach for the heavens and hope for the future
and all that we can be, and not what we are.”
-John Denver, The Eagle and the Hawk





Phenomenal photography! Viewed a number of your posts, but stopped here to comment. Appreciate your Nature Literature list, too. Will share your blog with a friend who has a few of your books on his bookshelf — as have I. Wonderful!
Great photos
Wonderful Eagle.! Great shot.! Fantastic picture.! 🍁
Spectacular photos of two magnificent birds! Thank you for following my blog!
Magical words. Who could ever forget John Denver. Majestic bird. You are so privileged to see the eagle in real life. Thanks for sharing your marvellous photos. Thank you for following my blog.
Gorgeous photos! Breath taking!
Thanks so much!!
Wow! Incredible photos! Love how they show the power and majesty of this great bird.
Really inedible photos! I was (am) a John Denver fan and I got teary-eyed remembering that song. Thanks for following, it’s nice to meet you!
Beautiful Pictures, such a wonderful subject
This is a tremendous shot. Just tremendous. c
Thanks so much!!!! Glad you enjoyed it!
Great shot..! Beautiful picture.!
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Magnificent shots.
One of John’s best songs – I still put it on repeat whenever it crosses my mind. Wonderful images as an accompaniment, as well!
Thanks so much! Glad to hear you enjoyed the song and like John Denver : )!
Amazing photos! And I had to laugh–I recognized those lyrics in a heartbeat, though it’s been years since I heard the song!
Beautiful pictures! Well done!
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed them!
Such a magnificent bird! Thanks for sharing
Marvelous pictures of a magnificent bird!
Thanks so much for the kind words!
Spectacular! I love seeing just how much the primary feathers curl.
Beautiful capture of a majestic creature. I absolutely adore eagles and I am jealous of your shots!
Stunning shots!
Oh, if only I could fly with those gorgeous wings!
Wow! I would love to take pictures like that of a bald eagle – or even see one! Those are great pictures!
Beautiful photos. We finally have a few bald eagles that have taken up permanent residence in our area. They are magnificent to watch. ❤
Thank you for sharing your photographs. What a wonderful creature!. Oh, and the late John Denver’s lyrics. Wonderful song and a great man. Thanks for sharing.
Agreed! Thanks so much for the kinds words and stopping by. I am glad you enjoyed it!
We went up to the canyons yesterday at Starved Rock park where maybe 30 pairs of eagles nest and fish on Illinois river, but did not get to see one up close, just in very far distance. So, I am grateful you came in today with gifts and posted these beautiful images!!!! I am looking forward to one close encounter like this. 🙂
Incredible pics. That fish looks as big as the eagle. Such strength..
Wonderful capture of this Eagle in different stages of flight. Thanks for sharing.
What amazing captures! I marvel at the beauty of the Eagle. I saw one close to my home last week sitting in a tree- but did not catch it in flight. Thank you for sharing this