I've spent a lot of time at home by myself this spring/summer and [View all]

[Arkansas Granny]

I'm spending a lot more time watching the birds (and wildlife) in my yard.

I set up a new feeding station this year, so I'm offering a wider variety of food and attracting a lot of birds. They have gotten used to my presence that as long as I stay on the porch, they don't hesitate to come in within 15 feet to feed. I don't even need binoculars.

I've been surprised to see how long the juvenile birds hang out with parents after they leave the nest. The adults feed the young for a while, but after that, even if they beg, the babies have to feed themselves. It's been really interesting to see how they interact.