I remembered to water my plants before I left for work this morning. The heat and my neglect have had a negative impact. One of my planters (a tall, wrought iron stand with red geraniums, sweet potato vine, and coleus) had a suspicious looking mess: pine needles, dead leaves, etc. I wondered, “What has fallen off the roof and into my planter?” Upon closer inspection, it’s there on purpose. It’s a bird’s nest. With three tiny, white, speckled eggs. I’m charmed. Even though I …

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