Something Borrowed

We have had robins nest in the craziest of places -- including one who cheerily set up housekeeping in one of the artificial Christmas trees in the riding arena (because there were not enough real trees around in the great outdoors?)

This one has borrowed an old swallow nest in the stable, just above the door.  Which means you often have to duck, as she comes winging her way back and forth.

The other end of the stable is still the domain of the barn swallows -- we seem to have two pair this year, which is exciting, since they are getting quite scarce.

It's lovely to be sharing the space with these little creatures.  And the stable is a safe place for the nestlings, so hopefully we will have a successful year for their hatching!