I cleaned and filled the hummingbird feeders this past weekend and it wasn’t a moment too soon. I am in the process of painting the front porch and yesterday I was “supervised” on several occasions by this little darling.
I never knew that hummingbirds would perch and drink. For some reason, I always thought they drank in mid-air. This picture does not do justice to the little fellow. He is really colorful.
Because the feeders were so successful last year and the “food war” got pretty bad, I am going to add more this year. If you are interested, I found this great recipe for making hummingbird food:
Because the feeders were so successful last year and the “food war” got pretty bad, I am going to add more this year. If you are interested, I found this great recipe for making hummingbird food:
http://www.ehow.com/how_2262922_easy-humming-bird-food.html?ref=fuel&utm_source=yahoo&utm_medium=ssp&utm_campaign=yssp_art
It seems to be a hit with all the hummingbirds around the farm.
Please leave a comment if you stopped by the farmhouse today. We love having company.
Au revoir,
1 comment:
hi jackie,
thank you so much for that special birthday wish. i will enjoy my day indeed.
now, my next big priority is to get that special package in the mail to you ~ my goal by the first week in May.
love your "hummers" ~ can't wait for their arrival in Georgia ~ looks like they are on the way.
smiles,
~one vintage hag
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