I'm fascinated with the birds...
I just love the view of birds in the backyard! For me, seeing them gather is relaxing and soothing so the bird feeders are often filled with seed. We've found great entertainment with the variety of birds that visit our yard. Over time, I've learned the types of feeders they prefer most. I know there are different types of seed...but we buy a general mix. Certain types of birds come in different seasons. They are a familiar part of my day in the studio. My husband knows well that I'd rather have him bring me birdseed over flowers. Fill up that bin with a big bag of seed and I'm a happy girl!
Today (written earlier in the month), we're experiencing moderately colder temperatures...lows near -10 degrees F and the current temperature at noon is 4 degrees F. The sliding glass door has ceased to slide very well for now. The dog is a little confused, waiting there to be let back in while we coax him to the back door instead.