“O Lord, how manifold are your works! In wisdom you have made them all; the earth is full of your creatures.” Psalm 104:25

The Birdbath

One of the joys of the summer season is watching the activity around the birdbath in my back yard. It attracts birds of all sizes and species, each with its own style and personality, and if you observe them for very long you can almost read their minds. The grackles prefer communal bathing, and often try, however unsuccessfully, to squeeze in all together, only to end up squawking and pecking at each other. The morning doves (or is it mourning doves) like to bathe in pairs, and can often be seen preening themselves and cooing to each other while enjoying a shared “tubby”. And just when a certain fat, pompous old robin, who thinks he owns the place tries to pull rank, a couple of scrappy little finches or chickadees, sticking up for their bathing rights, will back him down and send him packing. Meanwhile fellow companions watch from the nearby trees to warn of potential danger. There is so much to appreciate in the world of nature, even in an urban setting so be observant! Don’t miss the show! Admission is free and it is God’s gift to us.

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