Hubby and I rarely get much time to sit together of a morning, there is always something to do or somewhere that he has to rush off to. Actually hubby never sits still for very long, he’s a fidgeter and has to constantly be on the go. This morning though he did sit a while, and we enjoying a leisurely cuppa in front of the fire, watching the birds flitting back and forth to the bird feeder. Then, BAM! A blue tit completely lost it’s bearings and flew straight into the French doors. End of relaxing chill. My stress levels rise, it upsets me to see anything suffer and it’s not the first time this has happened, it’s fairly constant. There must be something about the light here that causes all manner of birds to make a beeline for any inch of glass on our home. I’ve tried all sorts to prevent this from occurring but to no avail.
Down but not out
So once more, we found ourselves anxiously awaiting the outcome of another feathered crash. The dogs were mercifully all tucked up inside so that was one less concern. Any other day they would have been roaming around the garden waiting for their walk however this morning’s freezing rain put paid to that.
Hubby braved it so I could post a pic! Don’t you just love him!
Where are those skates? I can feel an ice dance coming on…
It was so slippery outside, even the sparrows skated rather than hopped as they pecked the ground and the woodpecker was struggling to keep a grip on the branch as he drummed away. It was no better on the grassy areas, all in all our home was surrounded by an ice rink, best stay indoors today we reasoned, especially since poor Billy had already slipped once as he attempted to get back up the front steps after being let out this morning. The poor chap was quite stressed about the whole experience but as you can see from the photo below, he seems to have made a complete recovery.
A chilled Billy
Bessie was clear to point out none of the goings on this morning were any of her fault. She can’t help it if she succeeds in looking guilty no matter what.
Where on earth did those ears come from?
After the passing of just a couple of minutes, Bertie blue tit appeared more coherent and shuffled into a new position.
Getting it together at last
Before long he was completely aware of all that was going on around him, his beak began to move and after a quick flutter of his wings he was off. A big relief for everyone. It was a less than lovely experience for the bird but it did give us a chance to get a good look at his marvellous markings and allowed me to take a few photo’s, albeit through the glass. I’d rather not have had the opportunity however it ended well and that’s how all the best tales should finish 
What a lovely little bird, so glad he recovered and went on his way!
As I sit here sweating and trying to find a breeze your photos certainly made me feel cooler. Poor bird, hope the hint about the mirrors works
Yes, I’m definitely going to give that tip a go. We had another bird hit the same window yesterday but thankfully it flew straight off. I don’t envy you the heat, I hope you find that breeze!
I have all the fans going, we do not have air-con so when it gets too hot and humid I go to the library or shopping centre…
Wow! You’re right in the flight path apparently! Poor birds! But I’m sure glad your little guy was able to get back in flight! And I hope you and your husband can share more morning’s together!
We’ve been lucky, or rather the birds have been lucky, so far. We’ve only lost one bird, that was a sparrowhawk, I was so upset! Hubby has promised to take a week off at Christmas, I’m delighted!
I hate when this happens and it happens a fair amount here. Sometimes they survive and sometimes not, And yes, your hubby sounds wonderful. Thank him for me!
I will do! Birds flying into windows is quite common I hear, but it still upsets me. I’m guess I’m just a big softie!
I hate when the birds do that but they make mistakes just like we do. If it happens again the best idea is to place them in a cardboard box in the dark. In you case somewhere where they would not freeze if the accident happened in the evening. This lets them recover without getting eaten by a cat or frozen to death while they are unconscious. . I’m glad your accident had a happy ending.
Thanks for the tip, I’m glad it all worked out well too
Enjoy the time together & nature around you. I understand your husband’s active nature.
We’ve had really heavy snow the last 2 days and he’s been off work. Already he’s wandering around the house like a lost soul! It is lovely to be able to spend some time together though
One of those types – I can be like that too.
YIKES!!! it is cold there. Glad you fixed up the fireplace! Bet you spend a lot of time around it. Glad the bird made it out of the dilemma okay!
Heehee, it certainly is! I LOVE my fire, if only the dog would move away from it so I could get the benefit of the heat
No longer having a leaky chimney is absolute heaven!
I know exactly how you feel when a bird flies into the window or door. It used to happen a lot at my bush lodge. The reflections in the windows seemed to attract the birds. We made hanging decorations on string, with all sorts of things like feathers and beads but, the important bit, was small pieces of mirrors dotted in between. We hung these in the windows and the moving pieces of mirror would reflect the light and the birds no longer flew into them.
That’s very interesting, I’ve never tried that, thanks for the tip. They’ll be pretty and functional, I like that!
your Bessie looks like Bongodog.. I think this ice is all over Bulgaria..certainly in Sushitsa….you seem to be able to get photos on your blogs , could you write to me at patreciau@gmail.com and let me know how you do it please…stay safe and a Very Happy Christmas
I’ve done that, let me know how you get on? Stay safe too on these skating rinks we’ve inherited and have a great Christmas