01 Mar Why Is This Duck Smiling | March 2016

Why Is This Duck Smiling

Mallard, Male

Have you ever wondered, “Why is this duck smiling?”

Could this duck be smiling because it lives the way people live on a vacation? For example:

– It camps outdoors.

– It paddles lazily on lakes and ponds.

– It stays in the moment.

Of course, I’m sure someone out there is thinking, “That duck just looks like it’s smiling.”

I’ll accept that.

Its bill does have a smile-like shape.

And yet, studies (on humans) have shown that spending time outdoors leads to feeling better. They also show that smiling helps you feel better.

So here is a reminder that we can put more joy in our lives by walking lazily through gardens, parks, and woods.

While there, be in the moment.

Feel the earth under your feet. Listen to the birds. Smell the plants. And smile.

Then people who see you may wonder, “Why is that person smiling?”

Much success,

Steve Kaye

Birding Resources

There’s another post about vacations at:

Vacation for the Birds

Find more ducks at:

Have You Seen These Odd Ducks?

Visit Your Local Park

A Story in Every Face

Did You Know?

The most effective way to help birds is to buy land.

Here are three organizations that excel at doing this.

1) American Bird Conservancy

2) The Nature Conservancy

3) The Trust for Public Land

Please visit their web sites to learn about the work they do.

Here’s an excellent book: The American Bird Conservancy Guide to Bird Conservation

You can help – Please share this blog with others.

Inspiring Respect for Nature, one bird at a time.

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