The First Hummingbird Photos of 2013

Actually, I spotted a hummingbird back in January(!) -- perhaps this very individual -- but was not able to take a shot.  These are officially the first photos, therefore.

 

These photos were taken during a break at work, and I came back from the break more tired than I was when I set out, because in order to take that middle shot of the critter just taking off, I had to stand still in the sun with my camera held high, just waiting and waiting...