Preparing the Nest
Hank, my 10-month-old grand-dog Golden Retriever, made an intriguing discovery during a recent visit to our home. He stood at the front window, barking incessantly at a little bird traveling back and forth from the front door to a nearby tree, as though this feathered friend was taunting him to play. Upon closer observation, I realized that this mama bird was too focused for trivial games; she was engaged in something of far greater significance
Beyond the Nest
Over the next few days, we watched as my feathered friend laid four beautiful, tiny eggs, diligently defending her “home.” Guests who visited our front porch would send her flying to a nearby tree, where she would perch on the closest branch, waiting and watching for any signs of danger. I learned valuable life lessons from this little mama bird, who was always diligent, purposeful, and keenly aware of the threats around her and the needs of her nest.