It is really hard to be sure without a picture, but my best guess would be a Cooper's. See if this matches the hawk you saw. Here is a link that might be useful: description of Cooper's Hawk

Lazygardens, I think broad winged hawk. One of the shots I have really looks like a grub worm in the mouth but I could be wrong. I am in North Carolina, so I am guessing this bird will continue on its migration path soon. I have enjoyed watching. Thanks to both of you for the ID help.

I agree. Cooper's. I get one of these in my backyard all the time takin down pigeons..few weeks ago he got a blue jay. Always leaves me nice feathery messes, lol. But SO awesome to watch. First time I saw him make a kill I was totally amazed. Knocked that poor lil pigeon right outta the air into my driveway. He ripped it apart right there with his wings all spread out protecting his kill before he took it in a tree. You managed to take some really nice pix..I haven't been able to do that yet, but I keep trying!

Do you have a name with that Country Smile ? I don't do anything special. I have a Hi and Low setting on my Broiler. I would go a little more than Half way. You can always make it hotter but too hot means Burnt. You can do it 2 ways, according to how much you are making. 1. Cut some Italian Sandwich rolls in half, lengthwise, like to make a sandwich. Sprinkle on some EVOO and let it soak down into. A. Spread some butter on next, then a good sprinkle of Garlic Powder, with an Italian pinch of Oregano and Basil. Place it on the Preheated Broiler shelf, at least 6 inches from the burner. B. When it starts to tan slightly, sprinkle on some Parmesan Cheese. Put it back in the broiler, for a minute. Don't go away !!! When it tans a little darker take it out and serve. 2. Instead of cutting the Italian rolls or bread in half, make 3/4 inch slices. Butter them and Sprinkle on Garlic Powder, throw them in a Skillet to brown ( just tan ) Take them out and spread some more butter and Garlic Pwd., as in steps A and B. Lou