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Turdus migratorius

and now, the post you’ve all been waiting for

06.28.2008

A few days ago, this is what I saw. Not long after, Mr Wren remarked that he had seen them out of the nest and jockeying for position on the beam. Sure enough, next day I saw one of the youngsters on the top side of the deck. Proud parent nearby keeping watch. Although apparently [...]

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my missing robins

05.30.2008

When we came back from our travels, the robin’s nest above our patio was empty. I was disappointed, thinking the nest had failed. Then, a few days ago, I saw mom and baby robin in the yard. Baby is following, begging, and getting fed in turn – a reassuring normalcy. And even better, I saw [...]

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maybe it really is spring, after all

05.04.2008

In addition to the higher grass, I’m seeing critters that remind me of the joys of the season. Momma Robin has settled in on her nest. She’s quiet in this photo, but both parents scold and fuss when I walk by in the yard or open the patio door. Oh, well, it’s not like I [...]

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one of those “why?” questions

07.28.2007

Why is it birds look so funny when they walk? I know they are meant for flying. Nonetheless, they have legs as well as wings and I expect them to be as graceful on land as in the air. I’m finishing breakfast, morning coffee, and news both print and online as I watch first a [...]

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