SATURDAY MORNING AT THE BIRD-FEEDER/BIRD BATH

 As the tale continues, the goldfinch is a bit lonely, but at least he has the company of the water nymph and the copper bugs and turtle...  

...and the American Robin turned up later

He was a bit fussy though. They had to remind him that it's still too early for she of the house to put birdseed out. There is still a lot of natural food left everywhere, and the worms are plentiful. They had to remind Robin everyone was trying to stay fit and healthy, and that he ought to get some exercise by digging for them himself. She of the house would help but she's got a thing about touching worms.

You can't please everyone. Even the water nymph looked a bit exasperated with Robin.

And that's how it goes on a Saturday Morning near the empty bird feeder.

Thanks for looking at another tale of whimsy.

Have a great weekend and I hope all is going well in your part of the world.

For our overseas friends to translate the photos above.

Photo 1:

"I don't think anyone if going to come until she of the house starts feeding the birds again."

Photo 2:

"I am an introvert and I am happy with that."

"Me too, I have seen how crowded those pools can be."

"She's resorted to telling jokes again."

"Oh boy!"

Photo 3:

"I hear you have worms."

Photo 4:

"Five-star bird bath but I am deducting one star for the lack of worms."

A FEW RANDOM PHOTOS TAKEN THIS WEEK AND A BIRTHDAY

 

Early evening when the sun was going down on Monday, August 17th (yesterday), we had very interesting skis overhead. 

Bubbles is still dropping by too. We opened up the curtains one morning and three mourning doves flew off the edge of the birdbath.  No photos of them though. I am wondering why the camera didn’t catch that. You can see more clearly one of the copper objects I placed into the water to stop algae from growing. It is a dragonfly.  

I finished a jigsaw puzzle and thought it was very nice. Edible mushrooms I suppose? I really would not know and will continue to get mine from the store. 

A photo taken the last time we were at the garden, I found the flower along the path near the greenhouse. It is called Mohr’s Rosinweed, native to the Southeastern United States apparently, namely northern Alabama, southern Tennessee and extreme northwest Georgia. 

A quiet day but a pleasant one. I had a mad moment and made breakfast for dinner (yesterday this would be and it was a late lunch/early dinner). We had French Toast with a banana and the last of the raspberries. It has been a long time for French Toast and we much enjoyed the change. Later we snacked on a little ham and Campari Tomatoes.  

It is a special day today. Our son turns 47. 

Happy Birthday Son! 

We are going out with him and our dear daughter-in-law for his birthday meal later, after their work day. 

Take good care of yourselves 

and I wish you all a very happy day.

SATURDAY MORNING AT THE BIRD FEEDER - 8-1-26

 The birds and I want to wish you Happy 1st Day of the Month and a Happy August!

Nice to meet you Bubbles.

Thank you, I hope you will like it.

Yes, you're very handsome Bubbles.

Yes we do but they are rare these days. I will move the birdbath under the cover of some branches. You will all feel more comfortable as it's a short flight up to the lowest branches.

That's great, tell everyone there will be fresh water every day and free photos taken.

It almost looks like there is a water sprite in the shape of the fountain. Look! He’s waving at him. Yes, imagination is a fine thing. 

The squirrel likes it too. She visits every day.

I bought animals shapes out of copper because someone told me that copper keeps the algie down. I bought extra leaf shapes for the other ground bird bath that I am putting down several feet away. 

That's how it goes at this week's Saturday Morning at the Bird Feeder. 

Thanks for flying in and 

I hope your weekend is a great one.

For my overseas friends to use the translation widget on my side bar.

Photo 1: 

Hello, I am Bubbles. Don’t judge, my flock named me. 

Photo 2:

 “I am checking out your new bird bath before I give it the okay.”

Photo 3:

“Nice reflection, I’m looking very handsome, aren’t I?”

Photo 4:

“Very nice location but you need more cover. You have hawks in this area don’t you?”

Photo 5:

“I will chat to the flock and let you know. I am sure they will like it.”

Photo 6:

“See you later!”

SATURDAY MORNING AT THE BIRD FEEDER - BIRDWATCHING?

 

The pair of Tufted Titmice had their own opinions on the matter.

That's how it goes on a Saturday Morning at the Birdfeeder, where imagination is a fine thing, and being away with the fairies is a fun place to be. The inner child will thank us. 

I hope my latest touch of whimsy gave you a smile.

Thanks for flying in and 

may your weekend be a great one, 

whichever planet you are living on.

For our international friends to translate using the widget on my sidebar.

Photo 1:

"He's birdwatching."

Photo 2: 

"We have a visitor."

"???"

"Does anyone think he looks a bit like us, maybe a little more green?"

Photo 3:

"Thank you for making me welcome. The scone was very nice."

"You come in peace. You will always be very welcome."

Photo 4:

"I think the Mrs is away with the fairies again."

ODDS AND BODS - 12/23/25 - THE COMFY RABBITS ARE HERE

 Good morning everyone! How are you?

1.

Here I am in my woollies, and a cup of tea is warming me up nicely, but I have really got to get moving. 

2.

I’m getting there but first…

3. 

(Further: pronounced "OH-lay-loo. It is a beautiful Finnish word describing a state of calm, unhurried relaxation, simply existing in the moment without agenda or pressure to do something; it's about embracing stillness, serenity and being present, often through quiet activities like reading or enjoying a cup of tea. It comes from the Finnish verb "oleilla" meaning "to be,: and reflects a cultural appreciation for mindful, intentional downtime, a contrast to a constantly busy world.)

In my land of dreams today, I would dearly love to hug my brother the grizzly bear. 

4.

and poking a little fun at myself here. 

5.

Very important!

6.

From my all-time favorite poet.

7.

A gift from hubs for our Christmas tree, from the garden center I shared about, a lovely surprise to find it after we got home. He saw me looking at it. What do you know, they had a tree full of bird ornaments too. Maybe after the holidays to see what's on sale? That's always fun!

8.

And here he is, now on our tree. I'm calling him Gilbert the Canada Goose.

9.

10.

And something else for the birds. Did you know?

11.

And 

12.

Well, I don’t actually live in the woods, would  love to and…

13.

14.

15.

And to finish off...for all of you.

16.

And there you go.  I hope you enjoyed. 

Have a wonderful day!

Thanks for stopping by and see you tomorrow.  

For our international friends to translate, below each image I have added a number. Below I have the words on that particular image, in case you would like to translate any of them. I have also numbered photos with no words, just for continuity.

1. 

No words.

2.

No words.

3.

Oleilu: a calm, unhurried state of simply being, not about doing, achieving, or planning, but the quiet act of existing in the moment.

4.

No words.

5.

Sometimes I talk to myself. Then we both laugh and laugh.

6.

"When you think of everyone you love..." said the fox, "I hope you include yourself."

7.

"Let me keep my distance,

always, from those who think

they have the answers.

Let me keep company

always with those who say

"Look!"

and laugh in astonishment,

and bow their heads."

~Mary Oliver~

8.

No words.

9.

No words.

10.

Something told the wild geese

It was time to go.

Though the fields lay golden,

Someone whispered, -- 'snow'.

Leaves were green and stirring,

Berries luster glossed,

But beneath warm feathers

Something cautioned, - 'frost!'

All the sagging orchards steamed

With amber spice but each wild

Breast stiffened at remember, - 'ice'.

Something told the wild geese

It was time to fly, - 

Summer sun was on their 

Wings, winter in their cry.

~Rachel Field~

(1934)

11.

Brainy Little Birdies!

Chickadees can remember 1,000 + hiding spots!

Each winter, they stash seeds all over and can recall nearly every location months later. That's a memory trick most humans wish they had.

12.

Cut the Fall (Autumn) Cutback

Those 'dead' seed heads are a buffet for migrating birds. Leave them standing and your garden becomes a free winter bird feeder.

13.

The older I get, the more I understand why people live in the woods and talk to squirrels.

14.

So she’s like, GET OFF THE COUNTER” and I’m like “Do I look like I am taking orders?”

15.

Have you been offered a pill disguised as cheese? You may be entitled to compensation for deception - Attorneys at Paw: 123-456-7890.

16.

Thank you for being a generous soul and a beautiful spirit in a world that could use a million like you. Thanks so much for everything you have done, and for all that you continue to do.  You’re the best and you’re appreciated more than I can say. 

With my thanks to Pinterest for the inspiration.

SATURDAY MORNING AT THE BIRD FEEDER - WHAT IS THIS?

 The Goldfinch had a nice surprise today.

Yes, the pinecones are still around, and the birds seem to enjoy picking the seeds out of them.

"Ye gads!" said their many children. "Don't embarrass us!"

(A little nostalgia, at this link you can listen to 

the late great Ella Fitzgerald singing that famous song)

In the meantime, Sophie Squirrel is enjoying the snow, just as long as she can keep her acorn, which she seems very possessive about. That’s okay, sharing is a learning process for her, but she is getting there.

The Dark-eyed Junco is enjoying his peanuts…

and the Mourning Doves say, "Is it going to snow again?" 

And that's how it goes at this week's Saturday Morning at the Bird Feeder.

If you are in the chilly climes, stay warm and if you are in the hottest climes, stay cool, and to all, wishing you Peace.

Thanks for flying in and have a great weekend.

For our international friends to translate.

1st Photo:

"What's this?"

2nd Photo:

"I like these snow cone pinecones."

3rd Photo:

"I wish I had brought my glasses."

4th Photo:

"Hello, who are you?"

"Hello, I'm the coffee shop cookie. I am told I am too delicious for my own good. That lady looked at me very strangely."

5th Photo:

"Baby, it's cold outside."

"That's okay, we have our love to keep us warm."

6th Photo: 

No words, explanation above photo.

7th Photo:

No words, explanation above photo.

8th Photo:

No words, explanation above photo.

BIRD CHATTER POST AND A VERY HAPPY FIRST DAY OF NOVEMBER

Inside voices please!

Maybe, but that's how it goes on a Saturday Morning at the Bird Feeder.

Thanks for looking, and if you had one, I hope your Halloween went well. We had 17 little Trick o'Treaters and the doorbell stopped ringing at about 8.00 p.m. 

The numbers are going down, kids are getting older. It seems also that people are holding more Halloween parties these days for their kiddos. But the ones who turned up looked darling dressed in their costumes. Some quite elaborate (one daddy was heard to say, "You've got to take off your proton pack son", whatever that is. 

There were princesses in pretty sparkly dresses, and others just wearing a cute Halloween headband (kudos to that mom, or dad). The oldest threesome (girls) were about 12 years' old. All who rang the bell were very polite. Even the three-year-old who turned up at the door with her parents behind her, said thank you when she left and only took one piece of candy. In fact, all of them followed the rules, even when offered more. 

We have a load of candy left. Temptation and willpower is being held back for the time being. We will see what tomorrow brings.

Have a great weekend everyone! 

In case you saw my Sunday post, I did my usual published too early trick. I yanked it back this time. It will be there again on its proper publishing time, Sunday (though it has probably popped up in the reading list). Sorry about that.

For our international friends to translate:

1st Photo

"Someone is trying to make our space look more pleasing to us birds."

"She gave us extra!"

2nd Photo

"That's very nice but I am only interested in the birdseed."

"And a pumpkin. I don't think it's real though."

3rd Photo

"A bit much?"