spring

i'm certain i post something like this every spring.  but really, does it ever get old?!  wait, don't answer that....

seriously, what's not to love about this long overdue season of spring and the new life popping up all around?  so, naturally, when my dad discovered this adorable nest by our little pond area, it was absolutely necessary to photograph!  this mama robin (not seen in the picture, but watching from a short distance away) thinks just like me....she likes warm ambiance and an inviting abode.  she likes clean and tidy~ i wanted to whisper to her "enjoy it now! this is next to impossible to maintain once the crew arrives!" :)  she has created this cozy little nook in our shrub, sheltered from the wind and safely tucked away from obvious view.  she sits on her three beautiful blue eggs and waits.  and waits.  and waits. 

can you see the nest?

 

it is so fascinating, and our kids are now watching and waiting too.  i hope she adjusts to the peering eyes and giant bodies on the other side of the window.  yes, spring 2014 is here~ enjoy the bright, bright, sunshiny days!