2009 Resolutions

We resolve, in 2009, to teach our children the dangers of engaging pelicans on the pier...

Yes, this is the guy who seemed friendly enough for Chloe to want her picture with him. Had I known how unpredictable he could be, I wouldn't have ventured the close-up shot above... The pelicans and people on the pier seemed to be mixing well enough that it seemed fine for Chloe to stand near one for a photo. A very brief moment after snapping the shot below, however, Chloe attracted the attention of most of the folks on the Redondo Beach pier when the pelican decided he'd go on the offensive. Faster than you can shoot a herring in a barrel, he swung around and put his lengthy beak to work with a quick snap at Chloe's tummy. Let me just say that I way underestimated the speed and reach of these goofy looking birds! I think Chloe had her fill of the limelight. Now... what adventures could 2009 hold for us...?

P.S. - Chloe is a professional. Do NOT try this at home!