Howdy,
Last week, I saw this little guy trying hard not to be noticed. I didn't have the right lens attached, so I went into the house, swapped for the macro, and came back to find him in the same spot. It wasn't a great spot, so I lifted him in my hand and he didn't even squirm, jump off, or urinate on me (defensive toad trick). He was very cooperative through his photo shoot, too. I think he might have even let me set up lights and a backdrop, if I'd wanted!
Strange Mustache
Noting the grass on his face, I carefully picked it off. Again, he just let me do it. I guess this one wasn't worried about being eaten! If toads didn't permanently appear to be frowning, I would say he was smiling.
Uncommonly Patient Common Toad
Now, if I could just train him to sit on my shoulder and eat the mosquitos that get too close...
Got Bugs?
These were taken at my parents' house in Rochester, MN, where I spent a little time before heading to an interview in central Wisconsin. The interview went very well, but it is a very small school in a small town. The pay rate would be difficult to live on. So, now I'm mulling it over and trying to decide whether I want to take it for the experience or look for something more lucrative.
I wish my life were as easy as sitting around and waiting for food to fly within tongue-range!
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That's a tough one to decide if you should take that job or not. Let us know what you decide. If it were me, I say there is nothing wrong with taking the job and still look for another job.
Love the toad portraits!! Not only do I have suicidal robins, I've got suicidal frogs that seem to like to hop to our beach fires...weird!
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Thanks! Maybe your frogs thing the sparks are fireflies? lol. Well, you can have grilled robin and fire-roasted frogs, now!
It isn't the sort of situation that I could just work while I look for something else. I would have to work on the teacher's certification (paid for by them) and, if I left, it would be a mess. Besides, I wouldn't want to leave my students in the middle of the course.
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Great toad pictures! Maybe that toad is a professional model, and that's why he was so patient. Keep us posted about the job thing.
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Too bad I didn't have a little top hat for him!
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How cool that not only he stayed but let you move him so you could get these amazing shots
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Your toad is a great model. He does have a bit of a frown. 😊
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Amazing photos @fotosdenada That was one very obliging frog.......to wait for you to get the right lens for your camera so that you could get the best shots of him. I wish you all the best re; Your career choice and I'm sure you will make the right decision.
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He was very cooperative.
I ended up turning down the job. Working at Target actually pays about the same, is less stress and likely fewer hours. Ugh. However, I did just apply to a nonprofit coordinator job in the Bahamas. I doubt I'll get an interview, but that would be an epic change of pace!
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You've thought it out well @fotosdenada Working in the Bahamas sounds like mixing work with pleasure to me. It just may happen.......fingers crossed. 🤞
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Haha! great shots there sir fotosdenada, I'm surprised he let you pick him up and never tried to jump! Tough decision there, is that your only option job-wise at the moment? I'd hate to be committed to a low paying gig.
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