My Story Timeline
I write about the true stories behind my images and share them on my site. One day, I might write about birds; the next, about an insect; and the following day, I might focus on a specific location. Each of these stories revolves around nature, my connection to it, or my concerns about preserving our natural world. This journal primarily serves as a collection of factual accounts from my journeys in the field.
While my primary passion is for birds, since everything in nature is interconnected, I photograph everything and write about it all. My life has always been intertwined with nature, and I hope it always will be.
Best wishes,
Mia
White-tailed Deer Doe On A Misty Spring Morning
When I saw this White-tailed Deer doe at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge standing at the forest edge with mist behind her, I couldn't resist taking her photo.
Red-headed Woodpecker Nesting Season Is On!
Five days ago I was very happy to photograph and take Red-headed Woodpecker videos at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge on a bright morning in Oklahoma.
Blooming Eastern Redbud – Spring Bouquets
I've been delighted to see blooming Eastern Redbud this past week everywhere I've traveled in Arkansas and Oklahoma. It is great to see them flowering again.
Female Eastern Bluebird Is Busy Nest Building
The female Eastern Bluebird here has been very busy the last three days, bringing in nesting materials by the beakful to place inside the nesting box.
Immature White-throated Sparrow At Miner’s Cove
For the first time ever, two days ago, I took a photo at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma of an immature White-throated Sparrow that I actually liked.
White-tailed Deer On The Run
This morning, I’m sharing an image of White-tailed Deer on the run at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge because it shows the bottomland hardwood forest habitat.
Spring Barred Owl In A Spindly Tree
I'm keeping it simple today since I shared two posts yesterday. I photographed this Barred Owl two days ago at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
National Coyote Day – Revisiting A Two Year Old Facebook Post
Two years ago, I shared a Coyote photo on Facebook to celebrate National Coyote Day. I love Coyotes and wanted to bring awareness to a day that celebrates them.
Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo At Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Photographing a Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge yesterday was one of the highlights of a morning well spent at the refuge.
Whimbrel Memories And High Hopes
I was working on some older posts when I came across a few Whimbrel photos I’d never written about before, including this one from Fort De Soto County Park.
Great Blue Heron At Arkansas River Valley Nature Center
I photographed this Great Blue Heron in low light last week at the Arkansas River Valley Nature Center. The heron and its reflection caught my eye.
American Coots On Lower Scarborough Slough
Lately, I’ve been seeing hundreds of American Coots at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, and a few days ago, I photographed some on Lower Scarborough Slough.
Flying Canada Geese at the Arkansas River Valley Nature Center
Last week at the Arkansas River Valley Nature Center, I was delighted to photograph a pair of Canada Geese flying over Wells Lake in golden morning light.
Foraging Striped Skunk At Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Yesterday, Steve Creek and I found a Striped Skunk in a field at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, and we both jumped out of his truck to take photos.
Shades Of Green On St. Patrick’s Day
I tend to think of shades of green on St. Patrick's Day, and this year, I knew I had a lovely image I’d been keeping under wraps that I want to share today.
Monarchs At A Crossroads In An Era Of Butterfly Decline
The contrasting fates of eastern and western Monarchs underscore that their future is still uncertain. With dedicated efforts, we can help butterfly populations rebound—but time is running out.
American Robin – A Dawn Song Recording
This time of year, American Robins start to sing their dawn song about an hour before sunrise. Not just one American Robin—all of them in the neighborhood.
Update On Mockzilla The Mockingbird
I’ve been wanting to do an update on the very territorial Northern Mockingbird I’ve called Mockzilla because of the seasonal changes happening now.
Smoky Sunrise At Sunnymede Trail Park
I went to a new area of Arkansas yesterday morning and explored Sunnymede Trail Park which is in Fort Smith on the banks of the Arkansas River with Steve Creek.
Male Red-winged Blackbird On Corn Stalks
On my most recent trip to Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I photographed an immature male Red-winged Blackbird perched on a corn stalk in a field.
Serenity at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
While I was at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge yesterday, I found serenity in the beautifully peaceful views the refuge offers in late winter.
More Baird’s Pocket Gopher Photos
Yesterday, Steve told me to grab my camera. I did, and within a minute, I had a Baird's Pocket Gopher in my viewfinder—one with a wonderfully clear view.
Snowy Egret Photos Plus A Poop Shot
This morning, I'm sharing three Snowy Egret photos—two because I like them, and the last one because it makes me laugh out loud.
Baird’s Pocket Gopher In Arkansas
These photos of a Baird's Pocket Gopher mark only the second time I've had this rodent species in my viewfinder—once in Oklahoma and now in Arkansas.
Nearly Hidden Great Horned Owl At Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Late last month, while at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I spotted a nearly hidden Great Horned Owl perched in a tangle of branches in the woods.
Two Views Of The Lower Scarborough Slough Beaver Lodge
This morning I'm sharing two different views of a beaver lodge on Lower Scarborough Slough at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Male House Finch In A February Arkansas Snowstorm
Before spring arrives, I wanted to share one more snowy male House Finch photo—he perched on a birdbath during a February snowstorm here in Arkansas.
Checkered White Butterfly On A Black-eyed Susan In Oklahoma
It isn’t really spring yet, but I’ve already seen a bee, flies, moths, and butterflies. They reminded me of this Checkered White butterfly I photographed last year.
American Bison For World Wildlife Day 2025
World Wildlife Day 2025 is a reminder that all wildlife matters. American Bison are a success story, but every species we save today will matter tomorrow.
Male Rough-legged Hawk Surveying The Foothills Of The Stansbury Mountains
It's been four years since I photographed this gorgeous male Rough-legged Hawk as he surveyed the foothills of the Stansbury Mountains in Utah's West Desert.