The birds almost blew it

We haven’t officially moved into the farmhouse yet. There are some logistics that need to be figured out – like selling our current house. But even though it’s not our permanent residence, we still need to maintain the land and buildings.

We decided to do some exploring.

While walking through the woods, a wild turkey flew at us. We discovered a deer stand and some bugs. We also found a skull – either a deer or horse. The verdict is still out.

What kind of skull is this?

The girls started a nature collection. Photo by Heather Welch.

One of my children had to use the bathroom so I took her back to the house. While she was going, I walked around picturing where my furniture would go.

In one of the fireplaces I saw a little bit of dust coming out.

Then more dust.

And some noises.

I yelled to Michael. He walked calmly in. He didn’t give it much thought as he said, “There might be some birds in there,” and proceeded to open the door.

Well, sure enough, two huge birds come flying out in his face. He jumped back, I screamed and ran away like a good mother leaving her three year old on the toilet. In my defense, the door was closed and I knew the birds wouldn’t get her.

Michael ran back into the living room and chased the birds. Then we heard a smack sound as one of the birds flew into a window.

See that mark? It's a bird print. 

Is this going to be my life – chasing critters out of the house? (My friend just discovered a snake in her living room. I can’t even imagine.) I’m telling you, those birds almost made me reconsider our new farming life. But seeing the gorgeous views make it all worth it. 

Seeing this view makes it all worth it. Photo by Heather Welch.