Today marks 5,000 posts here at On The Wing Photography! My site shares my journey through bird and nature photography and my passion for everything it entails.

Yesterday morning, I was next to the Arkansas River at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma for sunrise. I decided to take some videos and cell phone photos while standing near the riverbank. What a great way to start the day—peace, quiet, and beautiful scenery.

In the 5,000 entries of what I like to think of as my daily journal, I have written close to three million words about birds, my love of nature, my adventures in the field, and so much more.

It appears that I have a lot to say about what I do, doesn’t it?

I’ve seen amazing birds, witnessed beautiful views, made great friends, and learned so much about my subjects, nature, and myself. This journey I chose has added volumes to the rich tapestry of my life. I’ve found peace and excitement, joy and, at times, sadness, knowledge—and with each day in the field, wonders.

I have tested my skills, pushed my gear to its limits at times, and through it all, felt like the path I chose was perfect for me.

Sharing my “daily journal,” my photos, and my thoughts with you all has been terrific. I hope my passion and love for my subjects come through in every image I share and each word I write.

I’m looking forward to what tomorrow brings—the birds and animals I will see and photograph, the knowledge I will gain, and the places my journeys will take me. In nature, there are always wonders, beauty, and surprises.

Thank you for being part of my life. Feel free to join me for the rest of my journey.

Life is good.

Mia

Click here to see more of my photos of Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma plus facts and information about the refuge.