Defending against squirrels…part two
When we last left off, our heroes were under attack. Their outer defenses had already been breached, and an evil, vicious squirrel was boldly seeking his plunder. But would this vile intruder be content with the empty husks of sunflower seeds? Had he carefully plotted this sinister assault from the fall fescue only to obtain the mere scraps of chickadees? No…this thief wanted more…he wanted it all.
Quickly the rodent begins his final climb and impressively scales the heights with ease. Where are the watchmen?! The castle is under siege! Pour down your hot oil, rain down your arrows! But, there is no one. The ramparts are empty.
With a look of defiance, our enemy arrives at the unguarded treasure. This is the moment he has dreamed of, the fulfillment of his lengthy quest from wilderness. Glory and honor will be his. But what will become of our feathered friends? Will the winter rations of wrens and bluebirds be stolen without challenge? Is this the end?! Will this be victory for the kingdom of tree rats?!!!
Suddenly, a streak of blue and red bursts forth from the shadows. No, it can’t be, but IT IS! OUR KNIGHT! Selflessly, forsaking all thought of life and limb, and at incalculable risk to himself, he flings himself at the brute…
AND VICTORY IS HIS! The intruder flees for his life, barking words of warning to listening would-be-thieves, and they too, scramble to safety. Good has once again triumphed over evil, and order has been restored. Juncos and finches will lie down in peace tonight knowing that this brave knight fights for them. Their storehouses are safe, their seed secure, because of the immense valor of this six-year-old. Birds, rise up. Cardinal, chipping sparrow, sing your songs in safety. This warrior is on your side.
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What a cute story, Dave…. The perfect hero!!!!!! Put us in line also for the “Knight in his Shining Red and Blue Fleece Armor” to visit us —to keep the squirrels, chipmunks and raccoons away!!!! Is he up to the task????? Just send him our way ANYTIME. We’ll put him to work!!!!
Dave – this was hilarious!! Glad to find someone who also provides the commentary on their animals and birds
Thanks everyone! This was a fun one to do! Squirrels beware, and I’m still hoping to show you the video we made last year of us hosing one squirrel with SuperSoakers. Have to convert it from tape to digital, and I just haven’t gotten around to it. Kind of low on the priority list right now for some reason… :-)
WOWIE-ZOWIE!!!
That amazingly handsome and courageous young knight bore an overwhelmingly tantalizing resemblence to my grandson. I dare not say more lest I reveal his identity to all of the dastardly evil rodents in the empire. Gadzooks! In one swift blow he would destroy all of those varments…but who would decontaminate the battlefield??
“Hi, Daddy! I really loved the red and blue thing that flashed out from the shadows to scare the squirrel away, and I really loved all the squirrel stuff! I really liked when you said about the Canada geese would really like some of that hot steaming bread. You’re a really good writer!”
Hey, hon! Ditto on what our son said! Your writing and creativity never cease to amaze me! Your pictures are awesome, too, especially the ones with the autumn leaves. Kudos on the mustard seed sowing, as well. You’re the best! :-)
Hi Dave, I found your blog through the comments you left on Sweetbay’s blog. I’m glad I came over! Your bird pics are awesome, and I especially enjoyed this 2 parter about the squirrel. I was going to suggest the same thing as others did, that he could do a stint in my yard. I have given up, though, and joined my husband in feeding the silly things.
I have some squirrels in my blog, too. Your son may enjoy my post, from around October 15th, where I put on the goings on while taking pics for GBBD. I went ahead and put the URI for that page, so when my name is clicked,it will go to that post. There are also some taken from inside my house at this address. http://acornergarden.blogspot.com/2008/10/speaking-of-wildlife.html
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LOL, that was great! Loved the knight in his shining red and blue fleece/armor, yielding nothing but a watch, loud shouts and fists of power! Does your knight travel to distant places to help others scare off those poachers of the feeder? We looked out this morning and counted 9 squirrels dominating our yard and feeders!! grrr. Great post Dave, I think you might have an aspiring actor on your hands! :)