Thursday, May 21, 2009

Mourning Dove Cottage?

This morning Otis and Riley were making a commotion on the back porch. I went to see what was going on and I spotted this little baby dove sitting in the ivy pot. It was driving the dogs crazy.




Isn't he adorable? The mother dove was tenderly caring for it it the past few days, and finally, the little guy litfted it's wings and left the nest.


I've been quite obsessed with the dove lately. They are everywhere around our house and I look forward to them in the spring when they nest in our pergola and have their babies. I've taken so many photos of these sweet birds. Last night in bed, I was thinking about changing the name of my blog to Mourning Dove Cottage. Is this obsessive or what?



Hmmmmm. What do you think?









I really do love these sweet birds.


17 comments:

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

What a sweet looking dove. I like the possible new name...it suits your home.

Mimi Sue said...

I love the name! It seems to fit your lovely cottage. And your little doves are so cute. We have 2 in our unlandscaped backyard. I love to hear there cooing. It is a sound from my childhood. Brings back so many memories. Mimi

Zuzana said...

Beautiful pictures, I love birds, as you do and you recently dedicated a post to them.;)
I think the name change would fit your bog well.;)
Have a lovely Friday.;)
xo

Unknown said...

You know Donna,
I think that this is a special blessing because you are such a wonderful person. God knows how much art and beauty you paint the world, so he painted your flower pot with a baby dove. I have never seen a baby dove ever. What lovely photos too.

Karen

Sherri said...

Donna, I think Mourning Dove Cottage is a wonderful name! Have you ever tried to paint your doves?

Ruth Welter said...

Your dove friend is beautiful Donna. I just saw one in my yard the other day, they are so sweet and pretty.

Ruth

The Summer Kitchen Girls said...

How cute is he sitting in your planter! Mourning Dove Cottage does have a ring to it... will Otis and Riley be jealous??
Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
Karla & Karrie

Sheila said...

I rather like the name Mourning Dove Cottage.It suits your lovely home so well.
I think it would be very appropriate, and I don't think Otis and Riley would mind, as long as they are still featured regularly..!
Have a lovely weekend..xox

Donna said...

Go for the new name sweetie!! And the picture!! It suits you and the blog!!! Scratch Otis & Riley for me and have a Great weekend!!hughugs

Rhondi said...

Hi Donna
I love it when the mourning doves are around too. THye are such beautiful peaceful birds. You are lucky to have them nesting so close. I like name "Mourning Dove Cottage". It suits the photo of your house.
Hugs, Rhondi

Happy@Home said...

I'm so glad you shared your photos of the baby mourning dove. So cute. I think the new name of your blog is a perfect fit.

Have a happy Memorial Day weekend.

Phyllis said...

I like that new name for your blog. Mourning Doves are such beautiful and gentle birds!

Kelee Katillac said...

They are so sweet and kind. I adore doves. I have had them nest on my porch before. It is no wonder they are the symbol of peace. Their coo is so restful and tender. A cottage name or anything connoting them is GOOD. Thanks for sharing them....

love, kelee

Catherine Holman said...

I love it and I also think that photo of your lovely home would make a great new header!
Hugs,
Cathie

Angie said...

I just love seeing photos of Otis and Riley! :) These dove shots are great! And I think 'Morning' :) Dove Cottage would be a beautiful name! :)

Sue said...

Love the new name I think it suits you....

Fifi Flowers said...

Hmmmm... THat would make a GREAT blog header! HOpe you enjoyed the long weekend!