A Watchful Mother

I've had many experiences with baby squirrels and their mothers and a few other wildlife animals.  I remember taking care of a baby bird with my dad when I was a young girl.  I've passed the caring and respect of animals on to my son.  
One year on July 4th, Kyle was 3 or 4 yrs old, there was a bunny with a broken leg, we scooped her up and Kyle held her all the way to the wildlife center.  He named it Firecracker.  Well, turns out it was a she and she was pregnant.  Her leg healed and her babies lived. :)  Kyle will never forget holding her and saving her.  
Hope you enjoy this short video. :)

http://www.godvine.com/Mama-Squirrel-Saves-Her-Babies-with-Some-Human-Help-2109.html#.Uz8yu9AYepQ.gmail

My 45th Birthday

I'm 45 today and lovin' it!  As long as the sun is shining and the birds are singing, I'm a happy girl!

Does anyone else have a birthday today or this month?  March, April, May and June are our busiest months for family birthdays. 

When my hubby and son asked what I would like for my birthday I told them the only thing I want is a chocolate-raspberry cake, made by the two of them.  YUMMY!   

This is a pic of me from my first birthday. :)

Now I'm off to enjoy my day!  Hope your day is wonderful! 

Is It Really April?!

Hi and happy April fool's day and spring time!  I sure hope everyone is doing well. :)

We've been so busy packing, finding a home, and celebrating all kinds of special days.  

On Valentine's Day my son gave me these pretty roses.  Ever since he was a very young boy he would pick me a flower because he said it always made me smile. :)  

March 1st was my dad's anniversary of being self employed, 36 years!  And he couldn't have done it without my mom. :)

March 6th my hubby celebrated his 40th birthday!

On March 8th our fur baby, Roxanne-Love, celebrated her 9th birthday!  

March 12th was my uncle's birthday!  

March 25th was my dad's birthday!

We're also celebrating that we have a new home in Cary, NC!  Yay!!!  It couldn't be a prettier time of year to make this big move.  The pups are very excited because they will have a bigger yard to run and chase butterflies in. :)  

It's hard to believe it's already April!   We have another Mama Mallard sitting on her nest in our yard.  She took a bath on our front porch yesterday in a pail of water that we set out for her. :)  

The weather here in Orlando couldn't be any nicer, it's sunny and around 73 degrees...just beautiful!  Hope you are having a beautiful day as well! 

Winter In Florida

We've finally had winter here in Florida.  Our average temp has been about 45 degrees and most days have been sunny here in Orlando and I'm enjoying it.  The pups love the cooler weather.  And as you can see in these pics, the young squirrels are enjoying our Morning Glories and I don't mind sharing. :)  I was watching this little boy out my kitchen window one cold morning..so sweet!

Hope everyone is staying warm and safe!

  

What I Will Not Miss About Florida

I will not miss seeing Alligators on the side of the road!  We saw this one while driving to the main post office here in Orlando.  I spotted it and we turned around, parked and got out to take pics.  It never moved.  It's mouth is open because that's how they cool off.  These were taken in September, I believe.

They can move very quickly!  I grew up on a lake and there were a lot of gators.  If you live in Florida, you shouldn't allow your pups to wade in any body of water.  

How do you feel about gators? 

   

Is The Grass Greener on The Other Side?

The grass may be greener on the other side, but we have peanuts and fresh water on this side daily. :)

Happy Saturday to Everyone!