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Barnyard Buddies:                  A Pink Dragonfly   | 
                
              
              
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                 Bear5 
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                       Posted - Sep 21 2012 :  7:44:53 PM
                        
                      
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                      I have seen blue, brown, and green dragonflies, but never a pink one.  The other day, I saw my first pink dragonfly.  I think it was posing for the camera.  Enjoy. Marly
  
 
  
 
  
  "It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross | 
                     
                   
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                 kristin sherrill 
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                       Posted - Sep 21 2012 :  7:53:50 PM
                        
                      
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                      I think so, too, Kris.  I was so amazed when I saw it.  It even landed on my hand.  I ran for the camera.  That dragonfly was loving the picture taking.   Marly
  "It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross | 
                     
                    
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                 sissarge 
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                Linda 
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                       Posted - Sep 21 2012 :  9:10:27 PM
                        
                      
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                      | Marly, that is beautiful, and lucky you to get to see it so close and still.  This summer we had some black and white ones, I mean on one body, and they looked spotted or mottled.  My son kept trying to get a picture, but could never get them still.  Our neighbor, says, you see strange colors, after severe weather, like our drought and even the fires we had, which stopped about a mile from the back of our property.  I have never seen a pink one.  Thanks for sharing.   Farmgirl #946   Linda | 
                     
                    
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                 Bear5 
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                       Posted - Sep 21 2012 :  9:32:13 PM
                        
                      
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                      I'm glad you liked seeing it, Linda.  I got really close to the pink dragonfly to shoot it's picture.  It never did move.   Marly
  "It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross | 
                     
                    
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                 22angel 
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                       Posted - Sep 22 2012 :  05:35:07 AM
                        
                      
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                      We used to have red ones up here, but there aren't that many anymore.  I think because of all the sprays & chemicals in the air now from the farmers.  We had blue, green, gold/yellow ones; I think the most popular ones are the blue & the gold ones.  I do like dragonflies, just not when they are hovering by my ear.  I had one do that a couple years back, and it kind of scared me.  One of the kids says "it's ok, it's just a dragonfly" lol.  Lovely picture :)
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                 crittergranny 
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                       Posted - Sep 22 2012 :  07:28:46 AM
                        
                      
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                      Wow...I love dragonflies. I never knew they came in pink! Thanks for sharing. Now I'm all inspired to find out more about them. Laura
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                 crittergranny 
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                       Posted - Sep 22 2012 :  07:31:30 AM
                        
                      
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                      And red and gold and black and white? Wow This drylander New Mexican is amazed! Laura
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                 cynfullypurple 
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                       Posted - Sep 22 2012 :  07:40:50 AM
                        
                      
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                      Thank you for sharing the picture Marly!  I've never seen anything like it and I just love dragonfly's.  I can't believe how vivid the color is!!  It's amazing you were able to even capture it with the camera before it scooted away.
   Cyn~ Farmgirl #2817
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                 texdane 
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                       Posted - Sep 22 2012 :  07:58:58 AM
                        
                      
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                      Marly,
  I've seen all colors, but never pink, either!  How beautiful!  What great pictures you got, too!  How lucky you are!  It's my favorite bug in my favorite color!
  Nicole
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                       Posted - Sep 22 2012 :  11:20:29 AM
                        
                      
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                      I LOVE dragonflies and never knew pink ones exist!!!  Thank you for sharing!
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                 oldbittyhen 
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                       Posted - Sep 22 2012 :  7:52:26 PM
                        
                      
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                      they are supposed to mean, someone close to you , who has passed, is lighting up your day, and reminding you to take time for yourself...
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                 Bear5 
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                       Posted - Sep 23 2012 :  09:10:41 AM
                        
                      
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                      Thank you, Tina.  I had a wonderful friend who I once watched football with.  I think he is probably telling me how short life really is and to watch more football.  I think I'll do that.   Marly
  "It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross | 
                     
                    
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                 Miss Bee Haven 
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                       Posted - Sep 23 2012 :  2:57:52 PM
                        
                        
                      
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                      Never seen that before, Marly.  Really pretty.  Thanks for posting that.
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                 sunflowercritters 
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                       Posted - Sep 23 2012 :  6:28:05 PM
                        
                      
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                      I saw my first red dragonfly last week. Never knew there where different colored ones. Just beautiful. Deb
  I Thessalonians 5:16,17 Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
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                 Bonnie Ellis 
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                       Posted - Sep 23 2012 :  7:36:05 PM
                        
                      
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                      I have never seen a pink dragonfly in Minnesota. That one looks breath-taking. Thanks for the pictures.
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                 RedHoopWoman 
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                       Posted - Sep 25 2012 :  8:54:42 PM
                        
                      
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                      WOW!  That is truly amazing!  I just love dragonflies!
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                 rough start farmgirl 
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                       Posted - Sep 26 2012 :  03:28:17 AM
                        
                      
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                      Wow, Kudos to you for having a camera ready.  And thank you so much for sharing. Marianne | 
                     
                    
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                 Bear5 
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                       Posted - Sep 26 2012 :  08:37:22 AM
                        
                      
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                      Marianne, I didn't have a camera ready.  I ran in the house to get it, when I came out the dragon fly was still there.  I do believe it wanted me to take its picture.    Marly
  "It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross | 
                     
                    
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                 wooliespinner 
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                       Posted - Sep 26 2012 :  2:07:58 PM
                        
                      
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                      Wow how cool is that. I didn't even know they existed. I can't wait to show my husband your wonderful pictures. Thanks so much for sharing.
  Linda
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                 Emily Anna 
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                       Posted - Oct 06 2012 :  4:10:08 PM
                        
                      
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                      What? Is that thing real? Never in my life have I heard of a pink dragonfly!! I can imagine your surprise wand excitement when you saw it! I'll have to show my mom your pictures. She loves dragonflies and will be in utter amazement! What a blessing for you to see and thanks for sharing with us!
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                 Bear5 
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                       Posted - Oct 06 2012 :  6:01:38 PM
                        
                      
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                      It was and is real!  I haven't seen a red one yet.  I have my camera ready, just in case I see the pink Dragonfly or a red one.   Marly
  "It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross | 
                     
                    
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                 Bella 
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                       Posted - Oct 07 2012 :  6:37:22 PM
                        
                      
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                      Marly,
  Thanks so much for sharing your pictures.  The pink dragonfly is so beautiful and unusual.  I have a neighbor who loves dragonflies and collects figurines, etc.  I must show her your lovely pictures.  Have you seen it more than once?
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                 Bear5 
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                       Posted - Oct 08 2012 :  09:17:54 AM
                        
                      
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                      Thank you, Karen.  No, this is the first pink dragonfly I've ever seen.  I keep looking around to see if it'll visit again.  If so, I will take more pictures. Marly
  "It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross | 
                     
                    
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