A Little Change Does Alot ~ January 12, 2016

A couple of months ago, I moved my computer out to the living area. Once we began lighting fires in the wood stove, I found myself wanting to snuggle in close and enjoy the beauty and warmth of the fire. But over time, I've realized that things just aren't the same compared to being in my own office space, with my comfortable "secretary" chair, bright lighting and

Rain, Rain, Go Away

Here it is, December 3rd, and miraculously we have no snow. A thing for which I'm thankful!

But a dreary, cold, rainy day such as we had today (and yesterday, and the day before),

does bring one's spirits low, despite the rejoicing of having no snow!

Thick, gray clouds rolled through all day long.

Raindrops gathered on the windows.

 

It was a perfect morning to enjoy our cozy fire!

 For a while, not a bird or a critter dared creep out... Until this little Sparrow decided to pop out from his shelter under our front deck.

 Then, one by one, others ventured out from their hiding spots, too.

Bird In The Rain

While shopping the other day, I pulled into the parking lot and found a convenient space right next to the cart return, which I normally don't do. But I was caught in a bit of rain and thought to park a little closer to the store this time. While pulling through, this young sparrow sat chirping, in the rain, and I thought for sure it would fly away as soon as I came along side of it. Much to my surprise, it sat there still, even in spite of the noise of my window going down. So I grabbed my cellphone and snapped a picture of this adorably brave sparrow who seemed to want to bring cheer to my rainy day! ☺

(Eventually, as I stepped out of the vehicle, he felt it was best to fly a bit further away!)

Sparrow Perched On Bird Bath

I enjoy watching the birds as they come to my bird bath to drink and bathe.

The Song Sparrow

all about birds

Despite it's rather plain appearance, this sparrow has a beautifully sweet, simple song. I relished hearing my first one the other day while I was enjoying the outdoors, and today my daughter remarked as she heard another through the open window. 

How lovely!