Teeny

As ever, the tiny feet just kill me. And the tiny feathers around the eye, and the tiny wings, and and and...

First Bird of 2026

Supposedly, the first bird you see in the new year sets the tone for the year to come. I saw a hummingbird (not this particular one, but one on the feeder--very rainy day today). 

 Key Meanings of a New Year Hummingbird:

Hope & Renewal: Hummingbirds embody the spirit of new beginnings, bringing promise and a fresh start.

• Joy & Resilience: Their quick, energetic flight signifies bouncing back from tough times and finding delight in life.
• Good Fortune: Many cultures, including Native American traditions, view them as lucky messengers of good fortune and positive intent.
• Healing & Love: They can symbolize healing energy, bringing messages of love and bringing peace after difficulty.
• High Vibrations: Their rapid movement is seen as high kinetic energy, suggesting a year of operating at a higher frequency and achieving big dreams. 

I could certainly use some healing and good fortune in the new year!

Motion Study

 

Tiny Flasher

 

And as ever, look at the teeny feet!

Incoming Hummer

 

Blink

 

I just happened to catch this hummingbird blinking...now you know what it looks like when a hummingbird blinks!

Teeny Flying Jewel

 

Look closely to see its tongue sticking out in the pic below...

Stay tuned for more quality hummingbird content: I captured a whole series of one in/around the fountain. So cute!

Tiny Bather

 

Pointy #1, Pointy #2

This hummingbird looks like it is staring down that piece of wire...

Splish, Splash