EMPTY NEST! ...Only 13 Days Old...and they
are up and AWAY! (5/15/2006)
I went out this morning to check on my little birdies and I startled one right out of the nest. It was Big-Bubba. He flew a few feet, and then landed on the steps. He hopped around the yard for a while testing out his wings and then flew away. Each time he tried to return to the nest, his parents chased his away. I guess Robins aren't as willing to let their young come home once they have left the nest.
The second little one was soon to follow Big-Bubba's example and flew straight across the street and began to feast in the neighbors yard.
The third baby took his time and needed a little prodding from mom and dad. They hung out in the grass
with him for a while and flew back and forth demonstrating the skill. Finally, he joined the others feeding on seed and worms across the street. 
The fourth and last little birdie, Tiny Tim, was the smallest of the bunch and was of course on the bottom of the heap. He fell back asleep after just a few minutes. I stood to leave him to rest and scared the poop out of him - literally - as he flew away. He only made it as far as the street and then had a crash landing that was followed by a tumble - talons over beak. He was a bit shook up, as was I. I was afraid that he was hurt as he just sat there, a bit dazed for a couple of minutes in the middle of the road. I was worried a car was going to come by and smash him. BUT, after a moment to collect himself, he fluffed his wings and flew into a nearby tree. Now the entire family is happily feasting around the neighborhood. I hear their chirps all around.
Oh what fun it has been to watch the whole thing!
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