A Moment of Rest

Sun warms downy chest,
Spring whispers on the breeze,
Nest yet to be built.

Anthony

Ah, that breeze feels glorious on my feathers! Just a tiny rest, that’s all I need. (Fluffs feathers) See? Much better. Though, gotta keep an eye out for those pesky hawks.

Spring! Can you believe it? The days are getting longer, the sun a little warmer. Soon these branches will be bursting with leaves, and the best darn buffet of bugs a bird could ask for will be back in action. Gotta get that nest ready though, prime location by the old oak, perfect for morning sun. But wait, the feeder by the window, that family just refills it constantly, tempting… maybe a two-nest strategy?

Then there’s the courting! Gotta find a mate with the flashiest tail feathers, strong enough to help gather twigs. Oh, and the perfect chirping tune, can’t forget that! Maybe I should practise that new whistle now… wait, what was I thinking? Nest building first, then wooing! Priorities, priorities! (I do like a bit of wooing though.)

(Takes a deep breath) Okay, okay, calm down. One thing at a time. But seriously, gotta get started soon, don’t want to be late for the wormfest! Maybe a quick nap after all… just a short one, I promise!

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