A Birling Bird

Posted on October 18, 2015 | 26 Comments

Word of the Day: Birling (noun) – A game played by Lumberjacks (or limber birds) in which each tries to balance longest on a floating log while rotating the log with the feet.

Ben won the BEST Birling Bird Prize!

Ben had the advantage of Pinwheel feet but the other birds were unaware!

May you find balance while rotating life’s challenges!

Happy Creating! 🙂

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26 responses to “A Birling Bird”

Catherine Johnson | October 18, 2015 at 3:51 am | Reply

That’s so funny and adorable. The colors really pop. I also like the movement. That’s something I need to practise.

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- Jill Kuhn | October 18, 2015 at 12:09 pm | Reply
  
  Glad you like her Catherine! Hehe! 😊
  
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Jodi | October 18, 2015 at 4:54 am | Reply

You rock Jill. Love it !

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- Jill Kuhn | October 18, 2015 at 12:10 pm | Reply
  
  Thanks Jodi! A little late night creation… 😊🎨💚💐
  
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Sharon Mann | October 18, 2015 at 5:57 am | Reply

Lol Jill, very unique collage art. Thanks for starting my day with a chuckle and smile. Love all of your creations!🐣

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- Jill Kuhn | October 18, 2015 at 12:12 pm | Reply
  
  Oh, YAY! It brings me happiness knowing I gave you a smile, Sharon! 😊😄😃
  
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corinnebekker | October 18, 2015 at 6:00 am | Reply

That’s really funny – and cool collage too!

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- Jill Kuhn | October 18, 2015 at 12:13 pm | Reply
  
  Thanks Corinne! Fun way to use my Gelli prints! 😊🎨🌈
  
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Teresa Robeson | October 18, 2015 at 7:02 am | Reply

I’ve watched birling contests before (didn’t know or remember that that’s what they’re called). Your birling birds are too cute!

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- Jill Kuhn | October 18, 2015 at 12:15 pm | Reply
  
  I did not know it was called that either, Teresa until I saw the definition. lol! Glad you like my birds! 😊🐦🐣
  
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Charlie O'Shields (doodlewash) | October 18, 2015 at 7:20 am | Reply

These are the cutest little birds on the planet! And I love the secret pinwheel feet advantage!! Lol ❤️😃🎨

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- Jill Kuhn | October 18, 2015 at 12:17 pm | Reply
  
  Thanks Charlie! One never knows what creations are going to come from my mind! LOL! 😊🎨🐦💚
  
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  - Charlie O'Shields (doodlewash) | October 18, 2015 at 4:15 pm |
    
    True…which is why it’s soooo fun to follow your blog friend!! Hehe 💜😃🎨
    
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Glenmar Fullmer | October 18, 2015 at 8:06 am | Reply

They are also called “river pigs” Give you any more ideas?

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- Jill Kuhn | October 18, 2015 at 12:18 pm | Reply
  
  Hahaha! Oh, yes! Thanks Glenmar! 🐷🐷🐷
  
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Kari | October 18, 2015 at 10:37 am | Reply

Yay for Ben!

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- Jill Kuhn | October 18, 2015 at 12:18 pm | Reply
  
  Thanks Kari! 😊🎨🐦
  
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rebecca | October 18, 2015 at 12:22 pm | Reply

aha, limber…not a word I hear often but golly, I am not limber….I need more yoga in my life…your birds totally and always make me smile!!!

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- Jill Kuhn | October 18, 2015 at 12:51 pm | Reply
  
  Hahaha! I agree with you, Rebecca – I could certainly be more limber! 😊 Glad you like my birds! 🎨🐦😃
  
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Jill Holmes | October 18, 2015 at 5:18 pm | Reply

This is hysterical! And so cute! Love it! 🙂

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- Jill Kuhn | October 18, 2015 at 6:46 pm | Reply
  
  Oh, so happy I could make you laugh, Jill! 😊😄😃
  
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artandmoondreams | October 20, 2015 at 4:05 pm | Reply

Delightful art and a wonderful encouragement. Thank you for sharing this.

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- Jill Kuhn | October 21, 2015 at 8:07 pm | Reply
  
  Thanks Haunani! 😊
  
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suzink | October 21, 2015 at 7:47 pm | Reply

This just cracks me up!

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- Jill Kuhn | October 21, 2015 at 8:08 pm | Reply
  
  Hahaha! I’m so glad Suz! I believe there isn’t enough laughter in this world! 😃😄😊
  
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  - suzink | October 21, 2015 at 8:10 pm |
    
    You are so right😄
    
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