A little bird told us . . .

Flowers of Spring

 

Nothing quite says spring like a bouquet of fragrant lilacs.  They are truly Heaven “Scent”!

Sad News

 

It is with deep sadness that I report three of my goslings have “disappeared.”  The day after they arrived at Bon Bon Pond, two disappeared, and the third one vanished the next day.  Yesterday, while working outside, a hawk came swooping in and scoped out my family of geese.  I put the run on him—at least for a while. ???

Last year, only two goslings survived to adulthood. 

I feel so helpless.  I do everything in my power to help the wildlife, and then, I am ultimately faced with the Law of the Jungle.  Stillwater is considered a bedroom community to the twin cities, yet in spite of its proximity to civilization, this is still quite a wild place.  When we first moved here in 1969 we decided to have barn cats to control the rodent population.  All disappeared in a matter of weeks.  Today, my two cats are never allowed to go outdoors. 

Guess I need to grow a thicker skin and accept that Mother Nature, while beautiful and inspirational, is often a harsh mistress.  But that is for another day.  Right now I am just sad.

 William and Leona and Family

May 3, 2012

The Angel's Wing

 

A couple weeks ago, a baby gray squirrel fell out of its nest and lay alone and vulnerable on the forest floor.  Not to fear!  Reflections friend and wildlife protector Duane Kuether was off to the rescue!  Bottle fed and lovingly cared for, the little fella, now nicknamed Peppy, is growing and off to a great start.  Thanks to Duane, and wife Mary, for their efforts on behalf of the animal world!

The Elusive Baltimore Oriole

 

Ode to an Elusive Oriole

by LaBonBon

Why are you so bashful, beautiful bird?

Ready to alight, from a single human word,

My face at the window, the creak of a door

And you're off to the forest, to be seen, nevermore

Like A flickering flame, your feathers are stunning

But even a glimpse, requires stealth and cunning

I shower you, with gifts of jelly and nectar,

Can we please be friends, I’m not Hannibal Lecter!

 

Have a Wonderful Week!

The best remedy for those who are afraid,
lonely or unhappy is to go outside,
somewhere where they can be quiet,
alone with the heavens, nature and God.
Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be
and that God wishes to see people happy,
amidst the simple beauty of nature.
I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.

-Anne Frank

Wet and Wonderful!

Glub! Glub! Glub! Baby, the rain must fall and we're loving it here at the Pond.  I’m off to find a puddle to play in . . .