Eagles convening in our neighborhood

We had every intention of making it out the door at a decent hour this morning, but as soon as we drove to the end of our street, we turned right back around to grab the camera. We counted at least 12 bald eagles, although there very well could have been more flying about, and for the first time I can remember, 2 golden eagles. The golden eagles were significantly larger than the bald eagles, with lighter chest feathers and faces just like falcons. (You can see one in the lower right of these pictures.) What an enjoyable way to start the day!

And now, on a rather humorous note, Zoya just attempted to make a paper snowflake and inadvertently made a chain of circles instead. She announced, "Look! A chain of trashcans for ravens! Ravens can have dinner here!"