Lake Michigan in Chicago: “Ducking” From the Cold, Canada Geese, & a Sassy Squirrel!

What an ‘odd duck’ scene!

Last week, I took a stroll along Lake Michigan. Admittedly, it was ‘cold’ (well, cold for Chicago, not so much for my hearty Canadians!

I came across these three feathered friends, and three things came to mind:

1. Were they playing shy for the camera?
2. Were they sleeping and didn’t want to be disturbed?
3. Were they chilly and wanted a break from the lake’s frosty temperature?

Hmm, I must admit it could be all three!

I didn’t want to disturb them (and also wanted to make sure I got some good pics!) I slowly walked past the orange-footed friends, only to find them startled. Not by me, but by the barrage of Canada Geese who honked from above:

Not to be outdone by its water-bearing buddies, I came upon this squirrel who seemed to have no issue participating in a staredown with yours truly:

If I spoke “squirrel,” I am sure this one would say, “Oh, it’s YOU!” Unless you have something better for me to eat than this wayward peanut shell, I have nothing to discuss!”

Ah, the wildlife in the concrete jungle!