What a Difference a Day Makes

Yesterday, we were sweltering in 100 degree heat! A light drizzle visited our area late in the afternoon. Now, the temps are somewhere in the low 80's for today. What a difference a day makes. I am enjoying this sudden change already. I can relax on the screened-in porch this morning and again this afternoon. I can get more birdwatching activities in, also.

Many of the species that frequent this area will soon be heading farther South. We'll miss them, for sure. The small Bluebirds, the Red Cardinals,the Hummingbirds; all make for some interesting sights and conversations, indeed. We watch as the Mockingbird try to keep all the other birds under his control. They definitely have a mean streak.

The Hummingbirds also are argumentative with each other. We have two feeders and at times, one tiny bird will try to commandeer both feeders rather than let another bird feed along with him! We say "Share alike, won't you?" The fighting goes on until even they're tired of it.

We know Nature is in control, and there's always enough food out there for all of the little creatures. When the Birds leave the area, we look forward to another visit this coming Spring.