Well, the birds were starting to fight for space at the bird bath.Â
So I ordered this little green solar fountain from Wayfair. I had points to cash in.
The standing bird bath has the solar energy insert fitted just below where you see the water spraying up. The green one has a large one you can see sticking in the orange pot.Â
It’s pretty big, so I couldn’t exactly conceal it. But I tried to blend it in while also positioning it for a good amount of sun.
Abi’s just not interested in yard critters. Never has been.Â
But Charlie is just the opposite. He loves to show them who’s really boss in his territory.
I’m so glad I was able to give my boy this daily gift. And myself as well.
As for me, I got pretty excited when I saw my first tomato of the season. Isn’t it a bit early for tomatoes?Â
Oh well, I shall enjoy it on a veggie burger when it’s red and ripe.
I hope I don’t bore you with all my nature pics!
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I need to figure out how to get that kind of show at my house. I have a birdbath outside my kitchen window, but I need one outside the window where I sit. You've given me some ideas 🙂
I hope Abi is feeling better.
xo,
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You can put most anything out for water for the birds. Saucers, bowls, etc.
Your little pup is so cute watching the activity in the garden! Love you new addition.
I'm sure enjoying it.
Beautiful pictures are never boring
Thank you! Made my day.
I always enjoy your posts and I (like Charlie) find watching the birds and critters more enjoyable than TV! Keep these great posts coming–for those of us without birdbaths, we can enjoy yours.
Well the birds are sure enjoying the fresh water every day.
Brenda, I absolutely love your new bird bath!!!
I'm having a terrible time with squirrels eating the seed from my "squirrel proof bird feeder" any suggestions? I tried spraying on Pam but that didn't work.
Only thing I know is to get a squirrel-proof bird feeder. I had one when I lived in TX.
i'm not only happy for you and little adorable Charlie!
bless you Brenda for keeping fresh water for the wildlife.
even those pesky squirrels Charlie likes to hate!
except here where I live the water has to ge changed fairly often or it becomes too hot to drink. even the swimming pool sometimes gets warm. so shallow dishes can get dangerously HOT! I always feel sorry for dogs kept outside. hopefully they have shade. but their water bowl might be in the blazing sun. nobody who keeps their dogs that way seems to realize how truly tragic that is! I guess they just don't think about it!
I'll have to check the water and see if it's getting too hot. Thanks for the reminder! I really don't think dogs should be kept outside all the time.
Brenda, you could never bore me with your fun and interesting photos of flowers, the birds, squirrels, and of course, your two sweethearts, Abi and Charlie. Your patio is wonderful and inviting, with the fountains, and with your added touches of figurines, you just have the knack for decorating so please don't stop showing everything, we all enjoy and LOVE it all!
And it's already too hot to sit outside…
Your new bird bath is adorable. It is so cute how Charlie sits and watches everything.
And Abi couldn't care less.
I love the nature pictures and so enjoy seeing Charlie enjoy the show! The new fountain is really pretty with the colored glass. I just love the little fountain on the other bird bath as well. So glad you are enjoying your new arrangement!
I love how the colored glass reflects on the fountain in the sun.
I love your wildlife photos!
We have a blackbird that comes around and sings–very operatically–not far from our dining table outside. I have named him Merle (that's French for blackbird). My (teen) kid is horrified that I've named a bird in the yard.
How dare you! I do remember those days when my girls were teens and everything I did just horrified them.
Always enjoy nature posts and pics. You do a great job. I also am enjoying your new fountain. Keep sharing!
Thanks, Kathy!
I must look into getting a solar birdbath – where did you get the larger one? I love the small one, also, so cute!
Emailed you.
This is just beautiful Brenda…I absolutely love it…
Glad you like it.
Brenda, love your nature pics! The one of the squirrel descending on the fence made me laugh.
Those squirrels are hilarious. They seem to be able to grip onto anything.
Love your new fountain. I might have to look for one for our front yard area. I love how Charlie enjoys his show. Annie Belle loves to watch the birds out of her window! No tomatoes here yet, but lots of blooms.
I'm so glad you got Annie Belle.
I enjoy all your photos. Keep on posting.
I surely will!
Great water fountain. Never tire of the nature pictures.
How is your sister, the one you talk to often?
I know someone is feeding the birds sunflower seeds. Because I see the hulls in the bird baths.
Had to pin Charlie enjoying his daily "show"…
I think he alternately loves it and then the squirrels drive him nuts.
I am enjoying today's post very much! You give so many wonderful ideas to everyone. Thank You!
And all of you give me great ideas too!
Hi Brenda: I just love your blog. Please don't stop writing. Jane
I've been writing since I was a kid. Doubt I'll ever stop.
You can bore me more with all the lovely nature pictures. I enjoy watching the animals also Have a Great day
Well good, because I am taking a lot of them!
Love both of your little fountains. They are fabulous and so nice to have all the birds around
If you love to watch birds, it truly is a treat.