...we came to take photos of birds, but instead we found this. A music group was setting up right in front of the pincushion bushes, where I get the birds.So yeah, there was to be a big noise that will scare even the mosquitos away. We didn't know about the planned performance, as upon our entry to the wine estate, everything seemed to be normal. I know that there are two male Cape Sugarbirds that are fighting about their territory, and I wanted to catch the action of them fighting on camera.

...and the birds were scurrying around to get some extra food. The ring around the sun is called a halo, and it's a beautiful sign to warn that rain is on its way.My wife had a dentist appointment, and we had to wait here at home until the time to leave for her appointment in town. As usual, I waited outside in the front garden and a little female sunbird decided to put on a show for me that I will show you below.

First up is the Klaas's Cuckoo (Chrysococcyk klaas). This beauty is a very interesting bird, not only due to its call, but also for its nesting habits. Afrikaans is one of the languages in South Africa, and they describe the birds call as Meitjie (Girl). It's a loud call that sounds like "may-i-kie".

Gin, or Jenever has a fascinating history as relayed to us on this tour. Can you believe that a king turned an entire generation into drunkards?A new private gin distillery was established on the Lourensford wine estate, and we went to investigate. The marketing director took us on a tour in order to show us their gin making processes and let me tell you that it is very intricate business. They have assembled a group of gin specialists, and not only do they make pure gin, but also some other varieties that contain gin. Oh, and they also make alcohol free cordials.

...and a flock of birds crossing the moon's face. I was all eyes and ears, as I heard that famous eagle's call.Do yourself a favor by Googling the "African Fish Eagle Call" on YouTubeSo, off I went to search for him and as I spotted him at last, I tramped in a dent in the road with my bad left leg. It brought tears into my eyes as my knee met bone to bone (cartilage long gone), and a sharp pain shot up into my head. But that didn't stop me from getting a few shots of the eagle. I paid for the few shots later at night, as the leg cramped up in bed, and my wife had to massage it with some of her concoctions. But I am not complaining, as I got the eagle on camera. Lol

...and ideal for landscapes, as you will see in here. A real mood swinger, as bright colors in the north, and more shady colors in the east.So, you can allow your emotions to walk around between the different views, and at the end, you will know that all in nature is as it should be. The wind and the appearances of the clouds in the sky are never a constant, as it all works together to present the magnificence of nature. Soft, gentle, and beautiful, and yet strong and bold.