We were lucky to get new habitants at Cypress Avenue. A couple Chickadees had built a nest very close to our garage entrance. The eggs hatched on March 16 and out popped a couple of young birds showing their yellow beaks every time they had a chance. They were born in the absolute worst of weather – very cold and very rainy.
We left for Carmel later that day hoping all would be OK despite the lack of Spring temperatures but returned Sunday evening to find both of the youngster deceased. Very sad!
The parents cleaned out the nest the next morning. Before burying them we simply had to capture a few pictures of them to remind ourselves and those around us that every moment is precious. That said; beauty comes in many shapes and even as they lay there there was something peaceful and beautiful about them.
On a more positive note we have seen some recent activity and hope we get a second chance to see life transform from egg to flight.
