Dana Datko

Writer of dubious talent, former cosmetician and salesperson. Free-lanced for the Pittsburgh Trib. and others. Gifted insomniac. Love nature,writing, laughing !

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Bucky, checking out the human face pressed against the frosty windowpane .

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Cozy October - the month of grieving the end of summer is over for sun-loving me and I begin to embrace the colors, flavors, and spookiness of south central PA.🐿🍸🍁🍂

[Today's Bird @todaysbird]

Red-tailed hawk.
(Photo courtesy of Jennifer Balmes King)
#birds #NaturePhotography #hawks #wildlife #nature

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@goodreads Sue Grafton's "X!"

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Butterfly on a sunflower.🌞 #butterflies #Sunflower

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@goodreads X by the late great Sue Grafton!

[Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy @pittsburghparks]

🌳 Did you know that Pittsburgh has more than 3,600 acres of city parks? From the lush trails of Frick Park to the scenic views at Emerald View Park, there's a green space for everyone to explore. What's your favorite park to explore? 🍃

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Find the squirrel and the second buck and I will reward you with ...
Uh...a following! And give you a hand.🖐👏

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@LisaScottoline Lisa, I was elated to find 2 of your earlier works, Final Appeal, and Running from the Law, in my county library. Enjoyed them immensely. Thank you for you tireless work!🙂👍

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#NatureTherapy A whitetail fawn sticking close by Mama. 🦌❤ We are endlessly entertained by the view from our main room picture window. At night a spotlight illuminates flying squirrels!🐿

[Agatha Chocolats @AgathaChocolats]

In six words or fewer, write a story about this photo.
#sixwordstory #WritingCommmunity

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@AgathaChocolats A human beak! What a find!

[Today's Bird @todaysbird]

Bald eagle and osprey.
(Photo courtesy of JoAnn Drinkwater)
#birds #NaturePhotography #baldeagle #nature #wildlife

[Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium @PghZoo]

Our Zoo Campers made a special National Zoo Keeper Week card for our animal care staff members who make sure their favorite animals are happy and healthy. Our keepers' vital work intrigues and inspires future generations of animal conservationists!

[Kathy Reichs @KathyReichs]

Deal Alert for my UK readers

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Woodpeckers feasting on ant larvae from a pine log. #wildbirdphotography

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I love this time of year but please Lord, just a bit more sun would be appreciated here in south central PA. 🙏🌞

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A purple finch and goldfinch on my new feeder.#BIRDSTORY