Empty Nest Syndrome

July 29th, 2010

Sunday morning we watched our baby birds climb out of the nest, wobble around the window box, stretch their little wings, and look at us through the kitchen window. I took the photos below, and an hour later they were gone! I was shocked! I thought they would play for a while and head back to the nest for a nap. I am so sad that we missed seeing them make the jump to the ground, but hopefully word will get out that our window box is prime bird real estate. I miss their squeaky voices outside the window!

baby birds leaving nest

As if to help with our baby bird withdrawal a pair of flying squirrels has visited our bird feeder every night this week. I was a few feet away from this one when it sprung into the air and disappeared in the darkness.

flying squirrel

4 Comments

  1. John

    I would be happy to feed flying squirrels. Is he named Gus yet?

  2. Wit & Whistle

    I think he needs a more dignified name—maybe Herbert. If only I could get him to wear a top hat!

  3. Aw, the baby bird’s feathers are so ruffled and fluffy. I keep glancing up at my window sill hoping a birdie would make it’s nest there too.

  4. Rudra

    aww animals are so amazing

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