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everybody loves to see animals, it brings us a sense of peace. We even enjoy going to Yellowstone to sight grizzlies--up on the hill...and then we go our merry way to run them out of, not just our towns, but their towns.

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Yes, where we live, the deer had hill trails probably forever. I feel it’s only right they get to run free. We’re in their way, Ken!

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A beautiful scene! You are so lucky to have them on your doorstep!

I’m not religious, but I do like the statue of St Francis!

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Peaceful ☀️🌹

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I love these photos so very much. My little herd has disappeared. So have my birds at the feeder? Hmm….time of year? Suppose I will let the gardener do some work now. I don’t care but perhaps the neighbors will feel better about my yard in relation to theirs.

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Watch for deer ticks. We are getting a yard spray of dog and children friendly protection. Today we had 5 at breakfast sleeping, and when we returned from shopping —they were still there at noon! Then they left only to return from 2-5! Lyme disease is bad news. As soon as Winnie can be vaccinated for it, that will ease our mind. A shame people can’t yet get a Lyme disease vaccine too!

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Thank you for the info; had not considered!

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On the second photo it appears the brown fur is in the shape of a star. Near the front thigh. Such wonderful photographs.

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Thanks!

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Aug 18Liked by Diane K24

The photos keep showing Bucky and the two fawns. Where’s Ms. Bucky? Or is Bucky now a single dad watching over the young’ns or maybe Ms. Bucky is busy on her Substack writing and posting about this woman who keeps looking out the window at them. Wait, I thought you said two does? Maybe one is writing and posting while the other one is counting subscriber dollars.

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Haha! There are 2 does, 2 fawns, Big Bucky and a young Bucky with starter antlers about 2 inches up.

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There is something so special about deer. I always hold my breath when I see one.

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After our dog Paddy passed last month, it feels like the deer have stayed closer. They do help heal.

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That’s very good to hear.

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Aug 18Liked by Diane K24

Beautiful pictures of beautiful creatures. I’m definitely jellybeans lol

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Eastern White tails vs Western black tails or mule deer; roam free from sea to shining sea.

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They are so beautiful.

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Thanks, Diane. Deer always remind me of upstate New York. Pleasant memories.

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