Disappointingly, Eastern Bluebirds did not use my nest boxes this year. In fact they never even showed up to use my bird baths which were such a hit with them last year. Sure hope they are okay and just like it better elsewhere.
But this summer another little bird with a suit of blue frequented the baths. A male Indigo Bunting. I'm sure the female was here as well but unrecognized with her plumage of streaky brown.
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A male Indigo Bunting checking out the scene.
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In shade, he'd look black but the sunlight paints a brighter colour.
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He steps cautiously into the pool.
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Ah-h-h, feels absolutely wonderful!!
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Well, that was refreshing! Must come back soon!
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Since it was an extra hot summer, it was almost a full time job to keep my three bird baths clean and refilled.
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A Northern Flicker stops by to wet his whistle.
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Dad and Junior Robin take a dip.
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The metal bath is well used but not quite as popular.
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A crowd of starlings quickly reduce the water level.
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On my last visit to a grocery store, one of my impulse buys was a box of tulip bulbs. In the Spring they should produce a cheerful bouquet for the table.
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Bulbs from a grower in Holland to my flower border.
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I tacked a net over them to thwart skunks, squirrels and a certain cat.
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Wild asters contrast nicely beside a pot of nasturtiums.
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Ellie Mae's favourite hobby is catching and eating mice.
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"Well, that was tasty! What's for afters?"
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