In the Garden: Baby Birds

Last year a sweet little Robin made a nest in our front yard, and I thought it was just going to stay empty this year, until I noticed mam bird sitting on it a little while back. This would be her second round of babies, although I'm not sure where she layed her first eggs but this time round she chose our back yard. So sweet!

xox

Baby Bird Update!

So, originally I thought there were three. I'm happy to say I was mistaken, and at last check there were four, and they were all doing well! Here are some photos:

 

They are only about 6 days old (in the photos, 8 today), but have grown quite a bit. They have more feathers, but their eyes still aren't open. And are they ever hungry! Mamma spends her day finding food, and while she is searching they sit still with their little beaks open and waiting for a fresh worm.

I got a couple photos of mamma this time, but I didn't want to get too close, for fear that I would frighten her.

I can't wait until they start flying!

Sweetest Little Thing

So I'm through my first week of work. It seems impossible really; like only a week or so ago I was finishing up my contract in September. I spent most of my week at a conference, which I will share a little more on later. When I got home from work this afternoon, I took Gunner into the backyard to enjoy some warm weather and sunshine.

And we found something wonderful! Remember this nest? Well mamma bird was flitting back and forth, and I realized that it was because she was feeding her little ones. I can see 3, and there eyes aren't even open yet! So sweet!

 

 

I am very excited to have a Saturday off tomorrow, because that hasn't happened in a long time. There are hopes of gardening, sunshine, and family time. I will be sure to check in tomorrow and give you an update!

What are your weekend plans?