It used to alarm me a little to come across black-tailed deer at close range. (It alarmed the deer too.)
They really have a way of popping up suddenly when I'm walking and thinking about something else (or nothing).
"Is she looking at me?"
"I better run."
"Whew, safe at last!"
But I'm used to them now ... for me, spotting deer is one of the joys of spending summer in the country.
Not all the neighbors agree. But I figure deer were here first. And there's lots of country -- enough for all of us.
Sharing with NATURE NOTES, at Rambling Woods. Thank you Michelle.
Lovely encounter !
Posted by: Annie | October 06, 2013 at 12:42 AM
und hat es ALLES abgefressen Sallie??
hier sind auch einige Rehe unterwegs,noch holen sie das
Fallobst aus Nachbars Garten..
LG vom katerchen
Posted by: katerchen | October 02, 2013 at 11:40 PM
So sweet!
She looks so much softer than ours do.
I never tire of them even though they eat my plants but I agree with you - they were here first.
Posted by: Carletta | October 02, 2013 at 03:45 PM
Dearest Sallie;
Wow, how LOVELY the Bambi(fawn)is♡♡♡ I wish I could come across with them like that(*^_^*) I can kiss the sweet eyes looking at you p;)
Sending you lots of love and hugs from Japan to my dear friend in America, xoxo Miyako*
Posted by: orchid | October 02, 2013 at 12:40 AM
Our deer are white tailed here, Sallie, but, otherwise, look pretty much the same.
Right now, our herd is mostly eating the apples off of the tree and the doe are scampering about, looking for the boys. Rutting season has started.
Posted by: Penny | October 01, 2013 at 07:54 PM
Yes, there is enough room for all and I'm glad you get to see them so often. These shots are just adorable. I didn't know there was such a thing as a black tailed deer. The things I learn!
Posted by: bettyl | October 01, 2013 at 06:31 PM
So cute! They do look different than our white tailed ones.
Posted by: Dina J | October 01, 2013 at 06:03 PM
Oh how sweet she is... I am glad she is safe in your yard Sallie.... Michelle
Posted by: ramblingwoods | October 01, 2013 at 03:21 PM
How lucky you were to see this darling fawn. Nature is sure wonderful,isn't it?
Your comment on the cat sleeping and feeling safe enough to sleep like that is true. But...I don't feel safe around her. :) Wherever she came from before she choose us, they had to have been mean to her. She used to grab my ankles and draw blood; she has cut down quite a bit from attacking my hand and drawing blood; she even bit me once. A few wks. ago she slapped me hard in the face with her strong paw and caught me in corner of eye. She loves my boyfriend and so I figure a female hurt her at one time.
Well, anyway, I still try to keep her calm and she does make me laugh.
Have nice day.
Posted by: Misty | October 01, 2013 at 11:46 AM
These are one of nature's most wonderful creatures. Can't imagine shooting one. They can be a nuisance, though, when they get too friendly and eat up your garden! :)
Posted by: Lowell | October 01, 2013 at 11:00 AM
He is really checking you out in that first photo. Probably wondering if your camera is some sort of firearm. They really are beautiful.
Posted by: Gail | October 01, 2013 at 08:58 AM
They are adorable!
Posted by: Hazel | October 01, 2013 at 06:52 AM
Wonderful shots of the deer. You did a great job photographing them.
Posted by: Carver | October 01, 2013 at 06:37 AM
Precious!!!! Beautiful!!!
I'm in awe.
Posted by: Hootin' Anni | October 01, 2013 at 05:37 AM
there is such a sweetness to a deer's eyes and grace in their limbs. sometimes they will pass through the woods behind our home and a few times on our front lawn... my heart always leaps a bit when I see them, they are so beautiful.
Posted by: Laura Hegfield | October 01, 2013 at 04:40 AM
I suppose the neighbours don't appreciate their apples being raided but then then, there are still plenty left in the higher branches. When we lived in Vt., one of the joys of fall was watching the deer munching fallen apples in the orchard at dawn.
Posted by: Arija | October 01, 2013 at 03:51 AM
I'm a little mystified as to why your neighbours wouldn't want to see the deer? Maybe they value their vehicles and more than the natural world. Anyway I enjoyed seeing the young deer and I hope it found safety.
Posted by: Phil (@anotherbirdblog) | October 01, 2013 at 03:05 AM
Viewing wild life so close is such a priveledge. Thanks for your comments on my blog. The building you are thinking of is the gherkin which is a different shape to the one I posted which is sometimes referred to as a car's headlight.
Posted by: Fun60 | October 01, 2013 at 02:28 AM
I think most people forget the critters were here first. Cute shot of your deer. It looks like a young one. Have a great day!
Posted by: Eileen | October 01, 2013 at 02:00 AM
oh, looks so little! and sweet! :)
Posted by: TexWisGirl | October 01, 2013 at 01:41 AM
He is a lanky , cute deer. I guess they get used to you too.
Posted by: diane | October 01, 2013 at 12:32 AM
They are a delight to see! But don't they ruin gardens?
Posted by: Hazel | September 30, 2013 at 11:30 PM
I so love seeing the deer wander past my place and they aren't terribly skiddish in the protected park.
Posted by: Gaelyn | September 30, 2013 at 11:04 PM
Seeing wildlife close is a real treat. Lovely captures Sallie!
Posted by: Karen, Pixel Posts | September 30, 2013 at 09:12 PM
You are definitely right! We live in the country in the Pacific NW and I always make sure we leave berries on the vines for our honored guests!
Enjoyed the photos:)
Blessings,
Aimee
Posted by: Aimee | September 30, 2013 at 08:29 PM
I so agree with you! I love seeing deer, so thanks for this image. I am grateful.
Posted by: SandyCarlson | September 30, 2013 at 06:33 PM