Disappointed

Last week we discovered that a robin had decided to build a nest on our wood pile. It was in a perfect location for spying on her - right at nose level so that the kids could peek in and see the eggs while momma bird was away.
Unfortunately, the same reason that made it "perfect" also made it terrible. I'm not sure if it was the noise of our lawnmower, the constant foot traffic, or another threat, but momma bird abandoned this nest.

Of course, it also could have been that my helpful little ones noticed momma bird had flown away and didn't want the eggs to be cold

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they covered the nest with grass clippings to help the eggs stay warm.

They're helpful like that.

We love hands on nature study in this family. God help the nature!