Although it can be difficult to meet new friends while being socially distant, I have managed to ditch the face mask and distance with my two new besties. Hummingbirds have visited me daily for a couple of months!
We’ve heard them every day zipping around and spotted them frequently. At first, they were merely dabbling in the Indian Paintbrush I have kept un-mowed in the back yard, but recently they moved to the front yard and my feeder, and I think I know why.
While outside last week in my red painting sweatshirt – featured below – one hummingbird continued to fly around me. My spouse noticed the little guy drinking from my feeder. I was elated! The next time I was outside in my red painting sweatshirt – featured below – same thing! He was now dining at the front yard feeder, as well as the backyard flora. Who knew I was the attraction in my stunning gear and not a rotten banana or tempting flower?
Even though I’ve seen the pair every day, it was only yesterday that one of the little guys came over to say, “hi.” I just stood there talking to him. I think he enjoyed the attention – probably starved for social interaction, too. We didn’t wear our masks, and he was only a foot from me, hovering and chatting. We are now fast friends.
Obviously I can’t get rid of this sweatshirt now, especially while it’s in the prime of its life! I plan on donning it for morning coffee with my buddies.
