I was discouraged by the first birding attempt.

It was okay, but not comfortable, and I struggled with my optics. So I set birding outings aside for a couple of weeks and practiced on the feeder birds. . .



…and other backyard visitors.

Then, later in June we had a terrific week with all the family in Corolla, North Carolina.











There was a nearby park with lots of habitat, so I gave the birding and photography another try.

NO eyepatch–just eye drops.

And it worked!
For about 90 minutes I went without a patch outdoors, without much ill effect.

I’m glad we’ve figured out a way to enjoy our past-time again while we wait for full recovery.






And we have begun to see some healing! This is me, being able to close my right eye…just a little bit!

My mouth will speak in praise of the LORD.
Let every creature praise his holy name for ever and ever.
Psalm 145:21
Small progress, with your eye, and with birding without an eye patch!
Yes, be noisy with joy, like a blackbird!
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