Hi, all! I just realized I was remiss in giving a big THANK YOU to all those who helped me actually get on the birds during the course of this adventure! I would have missed several key species were it not for the sharp eyes, perseverance, and encouragement of my many birding buddies (best example was that silly Long-tailed Duck just happening to fly in within Pat's scope view)! Take care, and Happy 2013! MB Mary Beth Stowe McAllen, TX _www.miriameaglemon.com_ (http://www.miriameaglemon.com/) Edit your Freelists account settings for TEXBIRDS at //www.freelists.org/list/texbirds Reposting of traffic from TEXBIRDS is prohibited without seeking permission from the List Owner