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Samson & Odette
We were so excited to have our farm come with a beautiful spring-fed pond. But within two months of moving in, the pond started to develop thick algae and weeds in the summer heat. Aerators and nature-friendly treatments did nothing to help clear it up. Looking for an eco-friendly solution, the feed mill owner asked "Have you looked into getting swans?" Definitely wasn't on our bucket list but what an adventure it's become.
SWANS GALLERY
Tracy Pearson
Apr 2, 20211 min read
5 in the Nest
Got a peek in the nest today and am so excited to see 5 perf Swan Eggs 🦢
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Tracy Pearson
Mar 15, 20211 min read
Stunning Sunrise
It got really cold again last night, but we woke up to this amazing view
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Tracy Pearson
Feb 26, 20211 min read
Swans are back in the Pond
Such a relief and what a day opening up the pond but do good to get them back on the water 🦢 💕🦢
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Tracy Pearson
Feb 12, 20211 min read
Frozen Tundra
Unfortunately this is our pond and with the next three days of deep freeze it’s only going to get worse 😖😣😫
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Tracy Pearson
Feb 8, 20211 min read
Settling In
They aren’t happy but they don’t seem overly stressed. Now praying for warmer weather
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Tracy Pearson
Feb 5, 20211 min read
Swan Confinement
Expecting-35 windchill thus week so our amazing neighbor came over to help us catch Samson & Odet
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Tracy Pearson
Jan 31, 20211 min read
Another Snow Day
Over 8 inches of new snow today. Doesn’t seem to phase Odette or Samson ❄️🦢❄️
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Tracy Pearson
Jan 18, 20211 min read
Wonderland Show Off
Samson putting on a little show to match the winter beauty ❄️
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Tracy Pearson
Jan 3, 20211 min read
Ice Closure
Steady cold days and snow are really building up the ice. Odette and Sampson seem to be enjoying it so far. Hoping for a mild January...
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Tracy Pearson
Dec 28, 20201 min read
Pump Repairs
Nothing makes us more nervous then a cold spell and pumps not working at 💯% Luckily it was an easy fix as we are expecting a single...
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Tracy Pearson
Dec 7, 20201 min read
Pond Freeze has begun
Well we held off as long as we could but this morning the pond was solid in several areas. So begins the daily ice and water flow watch.
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Tracy Pearson
Nov 29, 20201 min read
Reflecting
Good byes stink! Very blessed to have my boy back in the Midwest again so at least I know he’ll be home for Christmas.
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Tracy Pearson
Nov 12, 20201 min read
Peaceful Fall Evening
Always a wonderful reminder of nature’s balance and beauty🍁
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Tracy Pearson
Oct 22, 20201 min read
Just the Two of Us
Samson and Odette seem to be happily reconnecting since the babies left 💕🦢💕
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Tracy Pearson
Oct 17, 20201 min read
Sad Farewell
With a heavy heart we said goodbye to our baby swans today. Our pond is only big enough to support two swans so we knew they would have...
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Tracy Pearson
Oct 15, 20201 min read
Fall Splendor
Being greeted each morning but the swan crew just never gets old 🍁🧡🤎💛🍁
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Tracy Pearson
Oct 4, 20201 min read
Curious Crew
Was planting Blueberries this morning and suddenly found I had helpers 😂
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Shore Leave
Family is out enjoying a little relaxation in the grass
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Sunset Swim
watching this little family never get old
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Odette and her Babies
It’s so sweet to watch Odette showing her little fluff balls life skills. She’s a very good mother 💕🦢💕
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Adorable beyond words 🥰
Little buggers are starting to gain a little independence.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Day 2 Outings
Babies are out and about getting a little closer to us today. They are sooo cute 💕
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Christmas Morning Stroll
Just when you think he's settled down, Samson surprises us with a stroll around the neighborhood early Christmas morning.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
RIP Dear Delilah
My heart breaks today as Delilah passed onto Swan Heaven. She had been acting a bit weird for over a week and best we can tell she...
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Carrots are the Best
Once the greens are gone in the pond, finding treats for Samson & Delilah are a winter must. Carrots don't float so they have to go on...
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Can You See Me?
Samson & Delilah out for a snowy stroll to check things out.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Winter White
Way too early for snow, but it sure is pretty and the Samson & Delilah seem to be loving it.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Mornings at the Pond
The view changes a bit each day but never gets old
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Rainy Mornings make it hard to Wake Up
Looking out my window this raining miserable morning to see Samson & Delilah still sleeping. Very unusual site to see them both asleep...
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Fence Mishap
Not sure how, but Delilah got herself on the wrong side of the fence today. Good thing I came home early to help her find her way back...
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Swan Whisperer
Samson and Delilah out for a stroll this morning but definitely getting into areas they shouldn't so my wonderful Hubby relocated the...
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Fall Attire
Samson sporting a few colorful leaves this evening.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Posing for the Camera
Looking to capture a good pic for the wine labels. Samson and Delilah were being quite cooperative this morning.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Pink Sunrise
Incredible Sunrise this very cold October morning.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Out and About
Haven't been about to have a real conversation lately with all the rain, so in this briefly dry evening Samson and Delilah greeted me at...
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Who's Boat is this?
Pond Guys left their boat today and it makes for much interest with Samson and Delilah.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
First Day of Fall
This is my happy time and I get to be here everyday!!
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Pumps in Ready for Winter
Or at least we hope we are. Electrical moved, new pumps and lines installed in the pond and now we hope it all works to keep the water...
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
It Never Gets Old
Alex and Uli love talking to Samson and Delilah. Not sure anything is ever really communicated, but they all do seem to love the...
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Delilah's in Need of a Bath
While the rain didn't phase Samson and Delilah one bit, it sure turned up the pond to make everything and everyone look a muddy mess.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Mud Bath..?
We really need some rain! The pond is the lowest we have ever seen it. Here is Delilah chillin out in the mud along the shore.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Alert - Pond Invader
Samson & Delilah were definitely curious about the kayak. We've been meaning to do this all summer as we are getting ready to have all...
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Standing up for his Girl
Samson was letting me know that while he was interested in the food I was bringing down to them he was not letting me pass to put in it...
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Morning Views
Never a better greeting in the morning than to see Samson and Delilah enjoying the pond.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Muskrat Hole?
This hole just appeared in the Swan pen on the beach. We are betting its the Muskrat, but not sure what to do about it.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Close up and Personal
Never get tired of a close up interaction with Delilah.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Sun Kissed Reflection
Never gets old walking down to see these two coming over for a snack and chat. They really are majestic creatures.
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Tracy Pearson
Aug 14, 20201 min read
Swan Talk
They are not quite ready to eat out of our hands but they love when my daughter talks to them.
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Swans Gallery
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