She is sitting there for minutes, hours, and days not moving. Except for the occasional blink of her eyes, one might mistake her for a wax figure.
There is a job to do. Yes, it’s important, some might even say it’s the most important job in a lifetime. It’s the reason for being. This year, the site was chosen in what was thought to be a private place. Little did they realize, from behind the window, I can stand a scant few inches away watching and waiting for the appointed day.
I admire the tenancy and focus in carrying out the goal. I don’t believe that many of us could exhibit the patience and determination that is shown here. We could learn from this example.
Yes, Mama and Papa Dove are back.
Of course, I knew they were around. It’s spring and the time that they would be here.
I’ve seen and reported to you previously, their search for the perfect place. I see the excitement if I go on the other side of the glass or get too close to the sacred place. I’m supposed to be distracted with all of the commotion of rustling around. Yes, I know what the reason for all of that is, and I try to respect the privacy that is sought.
I’ll keep you informed, when I know about the sex, names and if the babies sleep through the night.
If you don’t hear from me. . .
this makes you an Aunt or a midwife how cool is this!!
ReplyDeleteI feel like a midwife, constantly checking to see if there is anything I can do to help them during this period of confinement. I want to bring her a cuppa tea, or maybe a worm!
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