Many Mallards

Hubby and I often visit Barber Park to see what's happening at the pond.  On this day we had grabbed some lunch and went to the park and decided to just sit in our car and stay cool.  When I saw the mallards start dancing I jumped out of the car to video it.  This just makes me laugh!  Hope it gives you a good lol!

Seven Spring Ducklings

Mama Mallard's eggs started hatching Monday afternoon on April Fools Day.  But, she wasn't fooling us, it was the real deal!  And around 7 a.m. this Tuesday morning I had the pleasure of escorting Mama to the lake with her 7 precious ducklings.  I was really hoping they would hatch this Friday, on my birthday.  This was close enough. :)
This is our second year having Mama nest in our yard.  Last year she waddled her babies to the lake on Memorial Day.  
Needless to say my day started off great!
All these photos were taken as the sun was rising so, the lighting is a bit tricky.  
But, I think you can feel the sweetness. :)

She was doing a lot of talking!  A proud Mama for sure. :)

Mama Mallard

We caught Mama Mallard taking a short break from her eggs to have a drink and a bath.  We got so tickled watching her splish and splash about in her little ducky tub.  She only took about a ten minute break and back to her eggs she went.  She's one dedicated gal! 
It doesn't take much to entertain us. :)  

She loves to sing in the rain.
We are spraying water on her. :)

Break time is over...

Can you see her?