A Golden Morning!

I had the opportunity this morning while walking Daphne to observe the morning routine of a family of Goldeneye. For a change they were close to shore while I was there. A good stretch started off the bathing routine.

Next came the lathering up.

Then we started to get serious about this grooming bit.

A quick rinse and the wash was complete.

\A final check under the arm pit.

Almost forgot to check the tail!

A quick scratch and it is done.

Doesn't she look swell?

Time to check on the kids.

Off to the shore.

I hope they observed how it was done! Those little gaffers have really grown over the last two weeks! It's almost time to fly away!