but first, the plants in the two pots are hanging in there. I thought their hiatus at the side of the house would have done them in by now. We kept forgetting to water them, but thankfully there was enough rain to keep them going.
I found the buffet-style table online. It's made out of the same material as most of the deck. It came in a flat, oblong box. My dear other half got his toolkit out and put it together. As mentioned before, not being able to hang anything on the rail or sprinkle the seed on the top (too rounded and narrow), and not wanting to drill any holes for hangers in the new framework (it is made of Trex not wood) this is what we came up with. If nothing else it will make a very nice utility table, the first piece of outdoor furniture we have bought in years.
I watched a squirrel climb down the trellis the first day. He worked his way down from the top with the flatter beam along the edge, but was not able to climb down to the table. We have large tree branches that are his highway to the deck. Gregg bought a book for me when we were out and about the other day. I had to smile as we long ago welcomed the squirrels as well as the birds to our feeders, and I don’t really want to outwit them. Shocking I know and I appreciated the book. I don't know yet if it's supposed to be humorous or whether it is literally sharing squirrel deterrents. I am sure it will be a fun read.
So, here we are with the squirrel and bird buffet table. Will they come? My early morning alarm this morning were the crows squawking in the early hours. When I came down there were none to be found. Were they warning all feathered friends to stay away? Am I projecting again? Probably! We will have to wait and see.
Below, this dish is actually advertised as a birdbath, and will be returned to this use before too long. It has 'steps' that go down the inside of the dish, which will make it easier for the birds than one deep well - hoping!
Okay, so it is built, now will they come?
We'll see!
Thanks for looking everyone.
Have a great week!
That is one high class bird feeder! They're find it soon. Might want to sprinkle some seeds on the narrow upper shelf to tease them in. The squirrel book looks like a helpful book. Let us know! Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda, I'll try that and I will definitely let you know about the book :)
DeleteIt does look like a good table to put the food on Denise.
ReplyDeleteThank you Margaret, I can see potential :)
DeleteAttractive table Denise! Enjoy it. Aloha
ReplyDeleteThank you Cloudia, we're enjoying it very much. Aloha :)
DeleteThat's like a 5-star bird feeder station!
ReplyDeleteThanks Angie, we were very pleased how it turned out.
DeleteI hope they do come to their very upmarket feeder - and expect they will.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sue, we are seeing signs already :)
DeleteThat looks really nice. With a high class eating establishment like that I don't see how the birds could resist. I'm betting the squirrels will love it too.
ReplyDeleteThank you Ann, I haven't seen a squirrel on it yet, but I know it's only a matter of time :)
DeleteI'm looking forward to future photos of birdy adventures and discussions at the table.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to sharing some with you Carol :) Thank you!
DeleteLove the table! So pretty...I know the animals will come, before long!
ReplyDeletehugs
Donna
Thank you Donna, I'll have a post about them soon. Sending hugs :)
DeleteHello Denise
ReplyDeleteI like your new table, it has a good use holding your bird feeders.
Take care, have a happy day and a great new week!
Thank you Eileen, I wish you the same :)
DeleteGood luck, Denise! I'm not so worried about squirrels, either. One cannot be to picky about who eats there. Except for the bears. They just ruin everything!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jenn, much appreciated :) and that's very true. Fortunately our bear sightings are rare.
DeleteSuper stół będzie fajnym miejscem spotkań dla ptaków i innych gości ) Udanego tygodnia:)
ReplyDeleteDziękuję bardzo :) Mamy nadzieję, że będzie to wspaniałe miejsce spotkań ptaków. Życzę miłej niedzieli i udanego tygodnia.
DeleteNow we wait to see how long it takes to do your first whine about why did i put a white piece of furniture outside. the white bench on our front porch, drives me nuts. it gets black dust and grime and shows every grain. it really needs to be washed at least once a week, i just leave it dirty since i can't see it. even if you use a pressure washer you will have to move all the plants. it is beautiful and I am waiting to see if They Come! is there a way to put your cam out?
ReplyDeleteIt will be interesting Sandra :) Fortunately (or unfortunately depending on where you live ;)) we have more rain up here to wash everything down than in Florida. I still think it will take some maintenance in the cleaning department though, but at this point in time I am very happy with it. That bird cam will be there eventually. We just have to figure out a way to safely attach it.
DeleteOh, they will come! Good luck outwitting Mr. Squirrel, he is clever indeed!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jim, it's always entertaining to see what our squirrels get up to :)
DeleteBirds are smart. They will be at the table.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the encouragement Red :)
DeleteThat's such a beautiful table. I see it as a nice buffet table for guests at a luncheon on deck.
ReplyDeleteThank you Gigi, it has a lot of potential :)
DeleteI feel you need some high planter pot holders.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea Christine, thank you :)
DeleteI really love this table! And it has so many different uses!! It is just perfect. You sure have left out abundant food. I have read that it takes a long time for birds to get used to changes in their feeding routine, so I am sure in a week or so they will come. Especially with cold weather almost upon us. Then what fun we will all have! Let me know how the book is, I am tempted to order one.
ReplyDeleteThat's wonderful Ginny, I am so glad you like it :) May have overdone it on the food, lol! I agree with you on the birds. I will definitely let you know what I think of the book.
DeleteI really love that buffet table too. It looks perfect!
ReplyDeleteHappy you like it Kay. Thank you so much :)
DeleteThat's a great looking table.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure the birds will soon be visiting :)
All the best Jan
Thank you Jan and all the best to you too :)
DeleteThat's a very nice piece of outdoor furniture. It will be fun to see what happens with the birds. That's an interesting bird bath with the steps. Hope you had a lovely weekend!
ReplyDeleteI was relieved the table turned out that way Ellen, better than I thought :) You just never know when ordering from a catalog, especially as it came in pieces. I will take another photo of the dish sometime so that you can see what I described. I hope you had a lovely weekend also, and wish you a very happy week.
DeleteDear Denise :=)
ReplyDeleteThis a V. I. P. food station for the birds looks fabulous, and I'm sure it won't take long before it's full of birds. Congrats to your hubby for putting it together. The book Gregg gifted you with seems like a fun read, do let us know what you find out.
All the best
Sonjia.
Thank you Sonjia, it surprised me how nice it looked. I will let you think when I read the book and what I thought about it. All the best to you too :)
DeleteThat is quite a feast for the birds and squirrels in your neighborhood.
ReplyDeleteThank you Hena, they bring me a lot of entertainment in return :)
DeleteOh, they'll come -- it always takes a day or two. I love that bench -- it's terrific!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure they will Jeanie, they're just taking a little time to get used to the changes. Thank you, I'm happy you like the bench. With these online purchases you just never know until things are put together :)
DeleteWhat a nice table you found for your deck. It will be nice for the birds when they come around. And I noticed that beautiful Fall tree in the background. If your book has any tips about getting rid of the squirrels, please let me know. You know, I'm not fond of them whatsoever haha.
ReplyDelete~Sheri
Thank you Sheri, I am very glad for those trees and will most definitely pass on any squirrel tips :)
DeleteOutwitting squirrels? Impossible.
ReplyDeleteI have my doubts too :)
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