At last check, both Liberty and Freedom were flying well and becoming independent. In fact, we were able to watch Liberty eat a rather sizeable fish that he'd caught on top of a stump. He pulled and picked at it, and during all of the adjusting to stay atop, he dropped a large portion over the side into the water. He watched it fall and as he looked around, you could just imagine from the expression what he was thinking! Meanwhile, Freedom was closer to the nest, and both parents were nearby. We left for a while, and when we circled back by before sunset, Liberty and Freedom were sitting side by side and shoulder to shoulder, close to the nest. What a heartwarming sight! 
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Kristi is a naturalist and photographer who grew up on Lake O' the Pines where she still lives. You will find her much of the time on or near the lake, camera in hand as she photographs birds and other natural objects. She is an active member of the Cypress Basin Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists.
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Oh, they grow up fast. I think Liberty looks just like his dad, sans the white feathers.