This is the 2nd time in my life that I have held a Hummingbird in my hand. The 1st time was about 15 years or so ago, I saw one fly into a window on the house and knock itself silly, lol. I picked it up and although it gripped my finger and could sit up, it did not seem inclined to fly away immediately. Within a few minutes it seemed to shake its self then away it flew, apparently unharmed. Unfortunately that was many years before I had a digital camera and years after I no longer had a film camera. Today was a very nice day but a bit windy. Fortunately the pollen fall we have been experiencing was taking a break and so I had the front door open to enjoy the breeze. I had just come back from taking a walk around the pond to see what I could come across and despite the wind, I managed to get several nice shots of some Eastern Pondhawk Dragonflies and was working on the pics with the computer, when I felt and heard wings near the back of my head. I swiveled in my chair and there, just a foot or so away and at eye level, was this little female Ruby Throated Hummingbird hovering in the air. I have had a lot of Hummingbirds come close to me outside and hover at eye level as though they wanted a closer look but this time it was quite unexpected, lol. My pocket camera was within reach and I picked it up but the Hummingbird backed off and flew directly to a window at the end of the room. I managed to catch it and went outside to get a pic or two. The Hummer was not pleased at being held and was squirming about and making all sorts of sounds. I was afraid I would hurt it and I only managed to get one good shot before it managed to get free. They are really tiny, lol. Thanks to those who take the time to comment. Lee