Bluebirds Returned Yesterday

@CarolDM (203422)
Nashville, Tennessee
February 4, 2019 12:42pm CST
Each year I put up a bluebird house in my backyard. There are usually 2-3 families of bluebird families born right in my backyard, in Dustin's garden. It is a very special time. I photograph the entire process. From nest building, to egg laying, to hatching, and then flying away. Have done this for nine years now. It is such a special feeling to see the babies grow up and return to have more babies. I snapped this photo at the birdbath yesterday. The warmer weather helped them appear once again, splashing around in the bird bath. I will put up the bird house in a few weeks and keep you posted on how it goes. Have you seen bluebirds before? They are my favorite bird. Very special.
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@JohnRoberts (109846)
• Los Angeles, California
4 Feb 19
"The bluebirds of happiness"
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@Teep11 (7673)
• United States
4 Feb 19
What a gracious statement. Joyfulness is also what I'm experiencing right now!
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
Indeed, that is what they are to me.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
@Teep11 Yes, and they also bring a presence of my son who gave me a special glass Bluebird of Happiness years ago.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
4 Feb 19
They are very beautiful birds and your photo is wonderful!!!!! They are extremely rare in Connecticut, but we did see some about 7 years ago and were thrilled.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
4 Feb 19
@CarolDM I imagine they would. That's how I feel when we return to Florida and see Orville the osprey.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
@DianneN Yes something so special about their presence.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
Thanks, it brightens my day to see them, have not seen them since the summer.
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@wolfgirl569 (105945)
• Marion, Ohio
4 Feb 19
We have them here too. I love to see them.
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@wolfgirl569 (105945)
• Marion, Ohio
6 Feb 19
@CarolDM There is a lot of trees on the property so we dont. That would just tempt the cats more too.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
5 Feb 19
Oh good. Do you put up houses for them in the spring?
@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
7 Feb 19
@wolfgirl569 You are absolutely right about the cats. I keep forgetting since mine are indoors.
@acelawrites (19272)
• Philippines
4 Feb 19
They are so beautiful! We have bluebirds here too, but already so few and evasive.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
Thank you!!
@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
4 Feb 19
I have not. They are beautiful.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
Yes they are, thanks Laurel.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
4 Feb 19
@CarolDM You are welcome
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@hillhjill (23717)
• United States
4 Feb 19
That sounds really neat what you do, I seen some flying around yesterday enjoying the sun while it was out.
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@hillhjill (23717)
• United States
4 Feb 19
@CarolDM I will be looking forward to it also with the updates you give about it.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
@hillhjill Thanks!
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
It is such a cool experience I always look forward to.
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@Teep11 (7673)
• United States
4 Feb 19
The joys of seeing blue birds. So blessed to be able to see what nature has to offer. What blessings surrounding me!
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
Absolutely, we are blessed with nature.
@valmnz (17097)
• New Zealand
4 Feb 19
So beautiful and no I've never seen them other than in photos. Glad we don't have them here though as our kitty Charlie is quite a bird hunter. They would be much too appealing for him.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
Oops, my cats are indoor only so that helps.
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@MALUSE (69373)
• Germany
4 Feb 19
No, I haven't. These birds live on the American continent. There aren't any in Europe.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
That is correct. I am sure you have birds in your country that we do not have.
@JudyEv (339552)
• Rockingham, Australia
5 Feb 19
They are really lovely. Our fairy wrens are very blue too - and so tiny.
@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
5 Feb 19
They are stunning! How cool.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
4 Feb 19
Yes I have them here too, they are so pretty.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
My favorite, first time to see them since the summer.
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@Hannihar (130218)
• Israel
12 Feb 19
@CarolDM Not sure if I have seen them or not.That is very special what you do by filming the whole thing.
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@Nana49 (3399)
• United States
4 Feb 19
I have seen bluebirds. They are really pretty i love all birds .. From my living room window i have a great view i leave me window blinds open during the day so i can see and watch the birds in the trees by my house I have seen all colors even a red bird on occasion my grandma always said if you see a red bird it means more snow is coming.. I am so ready for spring all the birds and pretty flowers ..the trees are already blooming out .. Its really great for the birds that you do what you do ... Very nice ... :)
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Feb 19
Yes I have many backyard birds, but these are my all time favorites! Thank you.