Winter Delight

Natures Wonder!

Im a big animal lover and i enjoy watching all the birds in my yard in the summer. But this winter I thought, "Why not try to attract birds in the winter?" So i picked up these great hanging "socks" of thistle seed for Golden Finchs.

Golden Finchs are really cute little birds. They are smaller than sparrows and are so fun to watch.

You can get the seeds at Walmart for about $2 or $3. I hung one "sock" and waited a couple of days (the instructions say to be patient, it takes a while for the birds to feel safe.)

And sure enough one morning I looked out and there were 4 or 5 of them feeding on the sock!

I love to sit with a big steaming cup of cappicunio or coffee in the morning and watch them feed. Ive also seen a Blue jay and a redbird! I grabbed my camera this morning and got this shot. This is the 2nd one Ive placed outside, they ate most of the seed in about 2-3 weeks. They are inexpensive so I dont mind.

It's so fun to see the wildlife even in the cold of winter. Its snowing right now, and they are out there enjoying themselves.

This may sound hokey, but I believe God smiles when we he sees us taking care of his animals.

I know it makes me and my family smile too. Try it!

You can read more about finches by visiting this site http://www.3dvalley.com/gallery/v/Raymond-Salter/GOLDEN+FINCH.jpg.html