Something I really love is Iowa in fall. When I was on my way home from work today, I got a call from my son wanting me to stop by the shop. I’m so glad he did.
I hate to cheat by just having the bird flying in front of a barn, so here’s a better view of the barn.
I love eagles. I love the old barns. I love beautiful leaves. Sorry, but I love seeing evil chicken-killing raccoons served up as lunch for said eagles that I love. I love my son for calling me and telling about this beautiful scene. I’m full of love today!
Linking to You Capture where the theme is something you love. I’m also linking to Barn Charm, The Bird d’Pot, and Clever Chicks Blog Hop.
Teresa
Oct 01, 2012 @ 18:12:33
i am SO jealous on the eagle sighting and photos! love the fall colors, too, of course! and a good midwestern barn…
Oct 01, 2012 @ 18:29:36
I was pretty excited the eagle was still there by the time I got there. There’s nothing like a midwestern fall for beauty!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 18:19:26
Wonderful eagle sighting!
That’s a beautiful old barn.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 18:29:56
That’s the barn where my son and nephews live.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 18:35:04
I have never seen a bald eagle…..wow. I learn something new every time I visit. xo
Oct 01, 2012 @ 18:36:38
I don’t think I’d seen one around here until right about the time I bought my farm. I considered it a good omen at that time.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 18:38:22
That is something to behold. Glad you were able to capture this. Thanks for sharing. Have a great evening.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 19:19:59
Really, it was beautiful to see!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 18:44:52
Awesome eagle shots!! The barn ain’t to shabby, either.
I understand a family of osprey has taken residence at a local lake, but I have been unsuccessful at spotting any of them. You’ve inspired me
Oct 01, 2012 @ 19:20:40
I really got lucky with the raccoon on the road right where my son lives and hangs out. Hope you can catch the osprey.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 18:52:14
Thats a great set of pictures – nice to have a extra pair of eyes looking for photo ops! Road kill is often a great location for predators – my last “find” like this was a large ( 4ft?) lizard eating a road kill wallaby.
SM
Oct 01, 2012 @ 19:21:19
There were a couple of vultures flying really high, but I think they must have known the eagle had staked its claim.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 19:06:01
beautiful trees against the barn! can’t wait for the leaves to turn here in Tennessee!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 19:21:50
The leaves have been very beautiful these last few days. Not a lot of reds, but the golds are just beautiful!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 19:25:42
I love that barn…. miss it!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 20:17:02
It is a beautiful one. I really like the new roof.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 19:26:01
Awesome pictures!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 20:17:16
Thanks! It was pretty cool to watch.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 20:02:09
WOW!! What a great photo op! That is such a magnificent eagle and I’m glad he gets to enjoy that stinkin’ chicken killin’ raccoon! Nice barn too!!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 20:18:09
I’d love to provide him with more raccoons.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 20:22:45
Lovely Fall colors!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 21:27:27
It really has been beautiful around here the last few days.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 20:30:11
Absolutely great pictures. Your son is definitely “The Good Son”! What a photo op!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 21:27:42
He is certainly a keeper!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 21:23:29
What a treat…I’ve never seen an eagle up close before. Impressive!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 21:27:56
They really are impressive birds!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 21:28:13
great shots of the eagle…he has to eat also and looks like he wants to clean up the area for us….love the barn also…thank you for visiting my blog while I was away, I really appreciate it
Oct 01, 2012 @ 21:29:46
I’m very happy for the eagle to get rid of the raccoons.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 21:31:28
Wow, I’m looking at those photos thinking – is that really an eagle sitting by the side of the road? I have never been that lucky. The only shots I have of eagles, look like little spots in the sky. Very nice!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 21:33:19
You just need to hang out near road kill.
I was really surprised he didn’t take off when we were that close.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 21:40:16
WOW!
The barn is nice – the eagle is amazing!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 21:41:12
Thanks. It was beautiful!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 22:01:11
wow, how lucky are you with a great barn, a fabulous bird, and some fall color all at the same time!!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 22:08:02
It was perfect! Life doesn’t get any better than this!
Oct 01, 2012 @ 22:06:24
WOW!! What amazing photos of a truly spectacular raptor! Thank you for linking up to the Clever Chicks Blog Hop!
Cheers,
Kathy
The Chicken Chick
Oct 01, 2012 @ 22:08:22
Thanks. I’m always thrilled when I get to see them.
Oct 01, 2012 @ 23:06:12
You got some amazing shots! You were in the right place at the right time.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 06:41:10
With a little help from my son! It really was lucky, and I can’t believe he flew down while we were that close.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 02:35:23
Beautiful colors! I think it would be easier to appreciate the fall with all those colors! And how awesome to see an eagle that close
Oct 02, 2012 @ 06:41:25
I do love the colors of fall!
Oct 02, 2012 @ 05:12:33
I’d be beside myself to see both the eagle and this barn. Wonderful!
Oct 02, 2012 @ 06:41:54
I’m used to seeing the barn, but the eagle with the fall colors was truly a treat.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 05:58:15
ohhhh gorgeous eagle!! we used to see them all the time when we lived in missouri….i never see them here though
Oct 02, 2012 @ 06:42:15
It used to be unusual to see them here, but I see more all the time.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 06:09:42
that is so wonderful. what a great sighting. i’ve seen one at a much greater distance … not that close. & right near a barn. such a keeper!! (:
Oct 02, 2012 @ 06:42:34
Truly it was my lucky day!
Oct 02, 2012 @ 06:59:06
You have captured some fabulous images!!! Wow, that eagle is gorgeous! I am with you Barns and Eagles are the best. Not so much with the raccoons.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 07:09:33
It really was beautiful to see him flying~a perfect little slice of America!
Oct 02, 2012 @ 07:47:22
The law of nature ! The killers are killed by other killers etc …
Oct 02, 2012 @ 07:58:14
Eat or be eaten. That’s truly the way it works. Of course, the whole road kill thing adds a new dimension to the equation.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 08:40:04
I, for one, am delighted that you’re sharing the love w/ Barn Charm! BEAUTIFUL! I love eagles, too, & the fall colors there are absolutely gorgeous! Tell your son ‘Thank You’ from all of us here at Barn Charm, too =)
dad-gum coons =0
Oct 02, 2012 @ 08:51:55
Glad you enjoyed your stop! Barn Charm is always so much fun.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 09:07:39
Gorgeous! I’ve heard eagles have a nest in a park nearby, but I haven’t seen them yet. Where do you live in Iowa?
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Oct 02, 2012 @ 09:15:48
Thanks. I’m in central Iowa somewhere between Ames, Marshalltown, and Des Moines.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 20:05:24
Oh, ok, very cool.
Do you have an email? I have a question about goats. 
The weather is glorious this week before it drops 20 this weekend!!
Oct 02, 2012 @ 20:30:27
I will e-mail you, or it is on my contact page.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 10:49:50
You sure do sound full of love! Cool – very cool – photos of the eagle!
Oct 02, 2012 @ 11:34:30
You know, some days I’m just all warm and fuzzy like that. Other days, I’m more cranky like the llama.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 15:00:40
Awesome!!! Any day I see an eagle is a wonderful day. And I love the barn, too.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 15:04:42
Any day with an eagle is certainly memorable.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 15:13:54
Gosh, if the leaves turning aren’t enough to make me drool…that egale.
Just wow.
Wow!
Oct 02, 2012 @ 17:14:57
It is just beautiful here right now!
Oct 02, 2012 @ 16:24:54
Now I would seriously pee my pants if I saw this scene on the roadside….my goodness how beautiful!!!! How so very beautiful!!! Iowans must live right.
Sorry I’m so late this week getting around to view your bird shares and checking out the Bird D’Pots linkies!!! The computer of mine is now running a lot smoother to where I can actually get out and browse photos!!!
Thanks for linking up at the Bird D’Pot this past weekend.
Oct 02, 2012 @ 17:15:55
I just got linked up after I met this cooperative eagle. So glad you host! Glad your computer is cooperating now too.
Oct 03, 2012 @ 00:10:02
Wonderful shots of the eagle. I love the one where he’s flying in front of the barn. And oh the lovely pictures of the barn with those beautiful fall colors. Love them.!
Oct 03, 2012 @ 06:45:21
The flying shot is my favorite. I was so excited to share these, that they are SOOC. It’s even better after I fiddled and cropped.
Oct 03, 2012 @ 05:31:38
Wow.lots of love going on here! I agree, what a beautiful scene. The eagle is icing on the cake!
Oct 03, 2012 @ 06:46:30
Photographic overload I would call it.
Oct 03, 2012 @ 10:50:51
Wow…look at that eagle! Amazing!
Oct 03, 2012 @ 11:46:17
It really was amazing to see!
Nov 11, 2012 @ 08:48:03
I am from India and we don’t have these eagles there nor do we have the beautiful fall colours. What a visual treat!
Nov 11, 2012 @ 09:32:39
Thank you. Our fall season is beautiful! Eagles are always a treat to see.