Month: October 2021

The Second Brood of 2021: Family Fun at the Bluebird Country Club

After the tragic loss of one of the fledglings from the first brood, and the uncertainty about the fate of three of the others, I wondered how the remainder of the nesting season would unfold.  I couldn’t help but wonder if the fledglings had made it and were okay.  My questions were answered in mid-May….Read more

Butterfly Peas: The Skipper’s Meal of Choice

It has been a refrain heard throughout the centuries and likely originating during the Neolithic epoch. “Eat your vegetables,” is the anthem of almost every parent during mealtime when juveniles are involved. While there are many green substances on the plate which are perceived as offensive by the progeny, peas are known for their repulsive…Read more