Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Moose


Today was an exciting day!
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Yes, that is a young moose....
probably a male yearling...
swimming down the middle of the lake.


Although moose sightings are not unusual in the Adirondacks...
...this is the first time I have seen one here.

...and to think
he is swimming just off our little beach!


He turned around here and changed direction as a pontoon boat coming down the lake spooked him.

It was truly a thrill to see this huge and beautiful creature.


Autumn is such a quiet and peaceful time in the mountains.
I am so grateful to be able to be here with Dad and Mr. Flea.


Tomorrow I am headed off to
 with lots of goodies for my little booth.
 Looking forward to decorating with a fall and Halloween theme.

If you are in the area...
stop by...
and prepare to be scared!
:)

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41 comments:

  1. CarolSeptember 21, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    What a beautiful sight. Thank you for sharing.

    Smiles,

    Carol

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  2. debiSeptember 21, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Oh, how wonderful! Your photos are so beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

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  3. SueBeeSeptember 21, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Wow Laura! What a wonderful sight. And a beautiful place..

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 21, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Amazing sight. Congratulations on the booth!
    Come register for a batch of ephemera....I have entirely too much to take to France with me :)

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  5. BarbaraSeptember 21, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    That is just so cool!

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  6. oldgreymareSeptember 21, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    If you give a moose a muffin.... Sorry first thing I thought of...too many readings of it I suppose.
    Seeing that is soooo cool. I would have had to follow it to see it exit the water? Did you?
    xx
    z

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  7. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleSeptember 21, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    That is so cool. I love watching wildlife.

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  8. poppilinnstudiosSeptember 21, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Oh how beautiful! What a wonderful place! I love the wilderness.
    -Lynn

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  9. Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and AcornsSeptember 21, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    That is so beautiful. I love seeing wildlife in it's natural habitat.

    Your little lake is spectacular.

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  10. Bring Pretty BackSeptember 21, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    How absolutely beautiful. How blessed you are to live there.
    Have a pretty day!
    Kristin

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  11. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageSeptember 21, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    Oh my! What a beautiful place to be! Your photos are wonderful!

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  12. judiSeptember 22, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    the last pic is so serene. makes me want to be there in the midst of a busy week. thanks for sharing the beauty around you.
    have a great weekend!

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  13. ForkSeptember 22, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    What a fabulous site! I didn't know moose could swim! Thanks for sharing!

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  14. manon 21September 22, 2011 at 1:46 AM

    Incroyable!!!
    Belle journée Laura

    Manon

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  15. AnonymousSeptember 22, 2011 at 2:05 AM

    What an execiting experience seen the moose!! Wow nature can really be amazing! your place by the lake is picturesque!! Thank you for shering! W. the Antiques Lovers

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  16. FlossSeptember 22, 2011 at 3:42 AM

    Wow - what a wonderful sight!

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  17. BleudelavandeSeptember 22, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Ooooh it's just amazing!!!!!
    I adore the last pictures, I can see the best of the autumn there!!!!!
    Have a great time.

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  18. Blondie's JournalSeptember 22, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    What perfect pictures, Laura!! This is just awesome! I didn't know they could swim!! lol!

    XO,
    Jane

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  19. Emma Kate at Paint and StyleSeptember 22, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    How exciting! I've only ever seen the stuffed moose at the Natural History Museum in London and he is BIG! (Unfortunately I read out loud to the children I was with 'this is a mouse' before looking up and realising I'd mis-read the name and I felt quite foolish!)

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  20. LaPouyetteSeptember 22, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    What a wonderful country side! And to see and 'catch' an Elch (moose) - how exiting. Beautiful pictures, can feel the atmosphere!

    Have a lovely day,
    karin

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  21. lisaroySeptember 22, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    We had a moose swim past our dock on the Muskoka river a couple summers ago. They're a lot more pleasant to see in the water than on the highway at night!

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  22. jacklynn4September 22, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Oh Laura what a treasure! Sometimes, late at night, I hear the owls talking to one another. Of course the coyotes are ever present, and we frequently hear foxes too. I love it, just love it. Thanks for sharing.

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  23. UnknownSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    moose are so majestic and elusive. very cool that you got to see one so close!

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  24. SylviaSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    That sure is a sight to behold!

    Sylvia

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  25. UnknownSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    What a wonderful opportunity...beautiful picture of the lake...stunning (the last one).

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  26. Libby September 22, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    We used to see these all the time at our place up in Maine: quite a sight! It's when they cross the road in front of the car that you really sit up and take notice!!!

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  27. suziSeptember 22, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    thank you for your beautiful pictures!! We moved to Michigan from Colorado and have been very fortunate to have seen these beasty beauties up close and personal!! I love your blog. thank you..

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  28. Liz @ the Brambleberry CottageSeptember 22, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    How exciting, Laura! I would have been thrilled with the sighting, as well. Being a southern gal, I've never seen a moose...although, I do get to see deer every day, here on my farm. ;)

    Have a wonderful weekend!
    Liz @ The Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  29. MoonBeamSeptember 22, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    How fun! Perfect photos to enhance my autumn mood, which really doesn't need much help!

    I am seeing your blog for the first time...it is beautiful.

    I'll be back to study more of your photos when I have more time.

    Bobbi

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  30. LisaSeptember 22, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Ahh...such beautiful soothing photos. I don't get much an Autumn where I am. One day I will wake up and the leaves will be gone and it will be cold. Winter tends to show up in San Antonio without Autumn's warning. So seeing such lovely photos takes me to another place and another time :)

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  31. Carol @ The Red Painted CottageSeptember 22, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    How neat is that! We went to Alaska this summer, saw a bear and seals; but I had to see your posting to see a moose.

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  32. north palSeptember 22, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    COOL! Bestest,Denise

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  33. LizlovesVintageSeptember 22, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Wow, you must have been excited! Glad you were able to capture that moment. Good luck at your booth. Sell, Sell :)
    xxx Liz

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  34. Bargain Hunting Treasure SeekerSeptember 22, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    Great pictures! Thanks for sharing!!!

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  35. Julie@beingRUBYSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Oh Laura I do believe I've never seen a moose before!! fabulous... and fabulous is that last shot!! so peaceful.. wish I were there and wish I was joining you at your fair and booth

    Have a great time.. ciao xxx Julie

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  36. Vickie @ Ranger 911September 22, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    I remember watching a moose in our neighbor's yard when I was growing up. The house was a one level rambler, and the moose was almost as tall as the house! What an awesome sight to see one swimming across your lake!

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  37. CaroleSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    What a sight! I never would have thought they could swim. I hope he didn't think he could make it all the way to the other side?

    pretty cool Laura!
    x
    C

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  38. Zita - Mlle MagpieSeptember 23, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    What a gorgeous scene at the lake, Laura! I wonder what that moose's name is? We have Maurice the moose hanging above our fireplace at the farmhouse.

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  39. CindySeptember 26, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    What a sight! To see a moose is great, but to see one swimming is awesome! Your place is so beautiful! I can't wait to see more pictures of the fall foliage.. so lovely

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  40. Brocante chic de SouillacSeptember 27, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Oh my - to be so close to a moose!! Wow!

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  41. EviSeptember 28, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    the moose is beautiful.....but I would not want to meet him on a hike.
    Hugs, Evi

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