UPDATE: The winner is…Jackie Wisherd!
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©Diana Cosby 2020
Photography is an enjoyable pastime, one that refills my muse. On my walks, I see such a huge variety of animals and birds, but it’s always wonderful when I see deer.
I usually come across does with their young. So, it’s a treat when I spot a buck; on rare occasions, I’ll see more than one.
Deer are beautiful animals. Seeing them always takes my breath away. They have such a calm and majestic presence.
As spring arrives, I keep watch for fawns. They’re usually hidden deep in the woods or when alone, laying down in tall grass, so it’s always special to see them.
As the year passes, the spots fade from the fawn’s coat as they grow. By winter, they’re so big, it’s hard to tell the yearlings from the adult deer.
What do you like best about deer? If you’ve seen deer, what’s your favorite memory?
About the Author
A retired Navy Chief, Diana Cosby is an international bestselling author of Scottish medieval romantic suspense. Books in her award-winning MacGruder Brothers series have been translated into five languages. Diana has spoken at the Library of Congress, Lady Jane’s Salon in NYC, and appeared in Woman’s Day, on USA Today’s romance blog, “Happy Ever After,” MSN.com, Atlantic County Women Magazine, and Texoma Living Magazine.
After her career in the Navy, Diana dove into her passion – writing romance novels. With 34 moves behind her, she was anxious to create characters who reflected the amazing cultures and people she’s met throughout the world. After the release of the bestselling MacGruder Brothers series and The Oath Trilogy, she released the bestselling The Forbidden Series.
Diana looks forward to the years of writing ahead and meeting the amazing people who will share this journey.
Contest
***ONE winner will be drawn from everyone who posts on my guest blog post about, ‘Inspiration From Nature – Deer,’ on Delilah’s blog between 20 November 2020 – 29 November 2020. The winner will receive a signed copy of Forbidden Realm.
Diana Cosby, International Best-Selling Author
www.dianacosby.com
The Oath Trilogy
MacGruder Brother Series
The Forbidden Series
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When I was little and lived in Colorado I saw deer many times. I always thought they were sweet animals. Bambi was always a favorite movie of mine.
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I have seen deer and I love how they run.
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It has been some time since I have seen a deer… my area has coyote, gopher, owl, bobcats, etc. Surprisingly, we had raccoon visit the other night… have not seen them around before… I think all of the new building being done in the area is moving the wild life…
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they look cute
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My current PNR WIP features a white stag. The park across from my house is called White Deer Park after the white doe that used to live here. (It had been hit by a car.) Total inspiration for my hero, even if I switched genders.
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Delilah could have you on her blog every single day and I would never get tired of seeing your beautiful pictures.
The last home we lived in, in Ohio, we used to get deer in our backyard from time-to-time (mostly in winter). We lived in a heavily populated suburban area, with a freeway behind our house.
Back in the late 70’s it was all farm land and woods. As homes encroached on their habitat the deer adapted and would nibble on the things they found in peoples’ yards.
I loved to watch them while I worked at my desk (I worked from home 3 days a week).
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Delilah,
My sincere thanks for inviting me back to your wonderful blog. I hope your readers enjoy my photos and thoughts for, “Inspiration From Nature – Deer.” Take care, my friend, and I wish you a blessed Thanksgiving.
*Hugs*
Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
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Jackie Wisherd wrote: When I was little and lived in Colorado I saw deer many times. I always thought they were sweet animals. Bambi was always a favorite movie of mine.
~Hi Jackie, thank you so much for stopping by and sharing your wonderful memory. Take care, and I wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Sincerely,
Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
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Debra Guyette wrote: I have seen deer and I love how they run.
~Hi Debra, always nice to see you. 🙂 Deer are so graceful when they run. Take care, and I wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Sincerely,
Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
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Colleen C. wrote: It has been some time since I have seen a deer… my area has coyote, gopher, owl, bobcats, etc. Surprisingly, we had raccoon visit the other night… have not seen them around before… I think all of the new building being done in the area is moving the wild life…
~Hi Colleen, I appreciate your stopping by. Wow, it sounds as you live in a rural area with lots of wildlife. I tend to see deer early in the morning or at night. Take care, and I wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Sincerely,
Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
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bn100 wrote: they look cute
~Hi bn100, always nice to see you. Deer are so cute. Take care, and I wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Sincerely,
Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
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Beth Caudill wrote: My current PNR WIP features a white stag. The park across from my house is called White Deer Park after the white doe that used to live here. (It had been hit by a car.) Total inspiration for my hero, even if I switched genders.
~Hi Beth, I appreciate your stopping by and sharing your hero’s inspiration about your WIP. So sad to hear about the white doe, but wow, how special that the community came together and named the park in memory of the deer. Take care, and I wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Sincerely,
Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
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ButtonsMom2003 wrote: Delilah could have you on her blog every single day and I would never get tired of seeing your beautiful pictures.
~Hi ButtonsMom2003, wonderful seeing you. Thank you so much for your kind words about my photography. I have fun seeing what nature photos I can take, and I’m humbled that you enjoy them as well.
The last home we lived in, in Ohio, we used to get deer in our backyard from time-to-time (mostly in winter). We lived in a heavily populated suburban area, with a freeway behind our house. Back in the late 70’s it was all farm land and woods. As homes encroached on their habitat the deer adapted and would nibble on the things they found in peoples’ yards.
~It’s always amazing to see nature in the wild. Like you, I tend to see them more in the winter as well as they’re out foraging for food.
I loved to watch them while I worked at my desk (I worked from home 3 days a week).
~:) Watching deer is amazing and relaxing. Take care, and I wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Sincerely,
Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
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As always, Diana, your photos prove what a blessing nature is. Thanks so much for sharing them.
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Anna Taylor Sweringen wrote: As always, Diana, your photos prove what a blessing nature is. Thanks so much for sharing them.
~Hi Anna, thank you so much for stopping by, it’s always nice to see you. I appreciate your kind words about my photography. Yes, nature’s beauty is truly a blessing. Take care, and I wish you a wonderful Holiday season.
Sincerely,
Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
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I just went to Amazon and downloaded one of your books, so please don’t enter me in the contest as I want someone else to have a chance to read your story also. But I wanted to comment and thank you for the nature photography. The fawn are beautiful.
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Liz Tyner wrote: I just went to Amazon and downloaded one of your books, so please don’t enter me in the contest as I want someone else to have a chance to read your story also. But I wanted to comment and thank you for the nature photography. The fawn are beautiful.
~Hi Liz, thank you so much for stopping by. I appreciate your selecting one of my stories to read, and I hope you enjoy. Thank you for your kind words about my photography. Yes, fawns are gorgeous. Take care, and I wish you a wonderful Holiday season.
Sincerely,
Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
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My sincere thanks to everyone for stopping by, deeply appreciated. Delilah, always an honor to be invited to your wonderful blog. Take care, my friend.
Congratulations to Jackie Wisherd, the winner of a signed copy of Forbidden Realm, book #5 in the Bestselling The Forbidden Series!
Wishing y’all a wonderful holiday season!
Sincerely,
Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.