Bubbles is back with a few proposals.
"Oh yes, what are those then?"
"Did you volunteer for this, or did everyone step back and you were the only one left in front? That happened to me once." He looked bashful and pressed on.
"They heard about those dried mealworms I bought, didn't they? Those are supposed to be for the colder months. There's still plenty of your natural food out there you know." He pressed on.
"That's more like it then. Come back tomorrow and you'll have a nice surprise. I am always willing to compromise, within reason."
And that's how it goes on a Saturday Morning at the Bird Feeder, when Bubbles stops by every day, bless him, but his flock think it's too far to fly to splash in a pool and not get fed tasty dried up meal worms for their hors d'oeuvres! You would think flying from the trees down the road was a journey to the moon.
Mrs. Squirrel also stops by every day, but she has babies to feed. Maybe I should help? I saw her with a whole mouthful of leaves this afternoon, more than I thought it possible to carry. I know her nest way up there in the treetop is being fortified. Life goes on around here and sometimes you need a little help from your friends.
Thank you for reading today's whimsical tale. I hope you are all having a great weekend.
From the photos so that our international blogging friends can translate using my sidebar gadget.
Photo 1:
"I am back with a few proposals."
Photo 2:
"They told me they can't justify a spa day on an empty stomach."
Photo 3:
"We are willing to overlook the fact that your neighbor has a much shinier birdbath if you start feeding us again."
Photo 4:
"We also miss Froggies3, Sophie Squirrel and the Missing Bunnies."
Photo 5:
"And you thought I was cheeky!"
such a gorgeous golden bird!
ReplyDeletecheers
sherry
I agree Sherry, they are very pretty :) Cheers! Denise
DeleteThat is funny! The sudden bubbling momentarily scared the squirrel! He looks so suspicious! And they are both really drinking from it. This is one of the best things you have ever bought!
ReplyDeleteI know, I love watching these videos. In such a short space of time you can really figure them out :) I didn't think I was going to get it but it was a lovely surprise birthday gift from hubby. Thanks Ginny!
DeleteVideos are good, love them both, Denise. Alway good to see a bird and animal.
ReplyDeleteThank you Margaret, and it certainly is :)
DeleteIt just keeps getting better and better—it’s so adorable seeing whether the pretty bird or the squirrel comes to the watering spot. I love the video and the story you shared with it; it’s delightful, and I get so much joy out of it.
ReplyDeletePsst—I told my sweetheart, "Oh, I’d love something like that too," but our balcony is too small for it, and it wouldn't work outside.
At least I get to see it at your place. Thank you, dear Denise!!!
Have a wonderful day! Hugs, Elke
You make me very happy knowing you enjoyed it so much dear Elke. Thank you! I will send happy thoughts that you will get something to fit like that one day. In the meantime, I am happy to share these with you :) You have a wonderful day too, Hugs, Denise
DeleteBubbles drives a hard bargain.
ReplyDeleteHe certainly does, I wish I was as good :)
DeleteEs fundamental en la vida el alimento y el agua, para calmar la sed.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
Así es, y gracias por su comentario. Se lo agradezco mucho. Saludos.
DeleteCute, as always.
ReplyDeleteHappy you think so, thank you John :)
DeleteSuch a brave and beautiful one! Hope to see more birds :-)
ReplyDeleteMe too Angie and thank you :)
DeleteThe videos an pictures are great but the commentary really makes this
ReplyDeleteYou've made my day Ann, thank you so much :)
DeleteThe Goldfinches will soon be changing into their winter colors! What a nice bird bath too!
ReplyDeleteLoved this today!
They will for sure Val. So glad you loved it, thank you :)
DeleteI get a goldfinch from time to time at my bird bath, an occasional mourning dove, and a cardinal. I haven’t seen any animals getting a drink.
ReplyDeleteThat's great Linda, this one arrives most mornings and the doves have started coming back, no cardinals for a while though. The squirrel must have a nest up in our tree next to the house :)
DeleteDenise oh to be an itty bitty webcam out on your deck. You make everything fun and pretty
ReplyDeleteHugs cecilia
That is very sweet of you to say Cecilia, thank you :) It certainly brings me a lot of pleasure and I am hopeful that it will be busier when we start putting the feeder out. Hugs, Denise
DeleteFun times at the bubbling bird bath. Such vibrant yellow on the bird. Have a beautiful day!
ReplyDeleteHappy you think so Ellen, thank you. Those birds are like sunshine :) You have a beautiful day too :)
DeleteCute!
ReplyDeleteThank you Christine :)
DeleteI love the last video, laughed out loud.. that sweet yellow bird is priceless.. PLUS, this is the first time I have noticed the 14 carat gold TURTLES... ha ha ha... love the turtles.
ReplyDeleteburbling and bumbling is so fun... bring on the worms, we say
That's great Sandra :) so glad this gave you a laugh. Yes, those turtles look nice and shiny don't they? I love them! Yes, bring on the worms :)
DeleteCute Post.
ReplyDeleteThank you Anne :)
DeleteYou make every day FUN! I needed some whimsy this morning! Thanks and stay cool! Hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteYou are very sweet to say that Diane, thank you, you made my day :) It is my pleasure to share a little whimsy with you. You stay cool also. Hugs, Denise
DeleteI love the cute Goldfinches! Fun captions and a cute squirrel.
ReplyDeleteHave a happy weekend.
So glad Eileen, they are very cute I agree. You have a happy weekend also, and a happy week :)
DeleteWhat a neat bird bath.
ReplyDeleteThank you Marcia, a birthday gift from hubby in July :)
DeleteI love it! Squirrels are so darn cute. I never see many different types of birds around here. Pigeons, sparrows, doves, black birds, ravens, crows. That's about it and the occasional hummingbird.
ReplyDeleteSo glad Mary, that's quite a list. I am happy for any birds to visit for a spell :)
DeleteYour birdbath sees plenty of action.
ReplyDeleteIt certainly has Jo :)
DeleteWe had a critter in Asian so have gad to suspend feeding the birds for a while, sadly. Too many squirrels, chipmunks, and mice! Fortunately we still have a lot of birds around, probably because of the gardens and the mulberry trees.
ReplyDeleteI think you are very wise :) I'm looking forward to seeing more birds around here. How nice that you have a lot of birds.
DeleteAnother fun post for Saturday Denise ... thank you.
ReplyDeleteLovely video of the goldfinch and squirrel.
Have a happy weekend.
All the best Jan
Thank you Jan, happy you enjoyed. You have a happy weekend and week also. All the best, Denise :)
DeleteLinda ardilla. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteMuchas gracias y estoy de acuerdo, es muy lindo :) Te mando un beso.
DeleteA truly wonderful spa area... :-)))
ReplyDeleteSending you cheerful greetings, Denise.
Hugs, Viola
I am smiling Viola, I would like a spa area like this at the bottom of those steps :) Thank you very much and I send you cheerful greetings also. Hugs, Denise
DeleteDenise, you are delightful!
ReplyDeleteJenn, you again made my day. Thank you so much my dear friend :)
DeleteHahahaha. Love the action in the garden.
ReplyDeleteHappy that you do Ivy, thank you :)
DeleteThat is one bright yellow bird. Such a pretty one. I loved watching her at the fountain. But I could barely watch the squirrel. That's how much they scare me. Creepy things to me, but I'm glad you enjoy them, Denise.
ReplyDeleteYes I know, and sorry about the squirrel Sheri :) I just love the little critters so much. Glad you at least enjoyed the goldfinch.
DeleteIt was lovely to see the little bird and the squirrel enjoying your watering hole.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you enjoyed, thank you Beverley :)
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