It once was a forest but since the early 1970 s it has been a subdivision.
The animal life is still prevailant. They share the area with the families. The families share with each other.
The area is in a migratory path for birds so there are frequent unusual sightings for those who put out feed and seed.
In addition to the birds, we have had raccoons, possums, skunks, turtles and squirrels as periodic visitors.
The subdivision also enjoys … (2 comments)
prestonwood forest: We're downsizing....
- 06/28/12 07:37 AM
OK. I've got 5 of these machines only one has been placed and used. I know one of my Activerain friends would like to start a little side business. Load them up with candy and set them out with businesses you trust and make a little pocket money. You can buy the candy in big bags at places like Sam's or Costco. I really need to get rid of them so I don't have to move them. Buy one for $150.00 plus shipping or all of them for $400 and I'll pay shipping. You can even have one around the house … (13 comments)
Skis usually involve water or snow. This one has a unique angle and use.
The previous owner of our house had a very creative mind. He thought way outside the box and did not believe in wasting anything.
This clever bird feeder has provided us with hours of entertainment. Birds love it from its knobby fennel on top to the plastic sides which allow viewing the seed collection being provided.
Squirrels love this backyard art too. The routes … (1 comments)
Under the unexpected blessing category came this never seen by us beauty.
We are not sure if he is a moth or a butterfly but we think he is a butterfly. What we do know is that he fluttered in and took up a space under our patio cover. When he was first sighted, we were not sure if he was a bat, a bird or a butterfly. He has remained still for about an hour now. Staying right where he touched down he has allowed for several up close photos.
When we look out our back windows we frequently see native wildlife.
This young squirrel spends a lot of time luxuriating in this feeder.
It is difficult to keep seeds in the feeder due to animals passing thru it on their way to a more substantial one within jumping distance.
During a gentle rain today the squirrel spent most of the morning swinging gently. Protected from the rain and within easy reach of sunflower seeds, this squirrel habitat is no doubt a highly desire able place to stay.
A simple thing like that provides so many visuals.
Last night we had a dove making a valiant attempt to sit on the very top.
He looks like a fancy knob.
It seemed to be a slippery place to sit but he seemed bent on staying there no matter what the cost.
As I have mentioned before, there are yard cars out there. Ending up on the ground can have adverse effects.
How like our careers!
Being on top is never easy … (1 comments)
prestonwood forest: Pain impacts lots of thing...
- 06/17/12 04:01 AM
After spending several years recovering from an illness which put me in a wheelchair for months, I have become accustomed to being pain free!
It is so much better than being uncomfortable 24/7!
Getting off all the prescribed drugs including Morphine was freeing! I made a mental note NOT to go back there!
Then out of the clear sky pain assailed my right foot yesterday. It was probably due to something I ate!
No kidding! What We put into our bodies is incredibly important!
There had also been a lot of stress during the week. … (6 comments)
It was appreciated by all residents in this area. The plants seem to sigh a grateful sound as they turn their blossoms and leaves to the sky to absorb the wetness.
When rain falls in large quantities over short periods of time it fills up spaces not necessarily able to contain it. Such is the case in our yard.
It is times like this that we rejoice in the fact that we have created some drainage channels in the yard.
Right off our patio is one of those … (1 comments)
Have you noticed how all of the animal species (and people included) compete to be number one?
The squirrels in our yard provided us with this visual today as they continually changed positions on their favorite feeder.
One squirrel was dominating the space. There was plenty of area for two to enjoy adequate room but that was clearly not allowable.
Most of the Real Estate offices I have been affiliated with over the past 34 years are similar.
There is always one or two agents who dominate the office. Sometimes it is because they are … (25 comments)
prestonwood forest: Inspectors......
- 06/11/12 12:34 AM
According to our latest experiences it appears that potential buyers hire inspectors to make the buyers question and be uncomfortable.
The first offer we had a few days after going on the market was evaluated by the inspector. He spent three and a half hours finding that the house has original galvanized plumbing and the federal breaker box that it was built with. Does the plumbing leak....NO. Is the Federal breaker panel in good order? YES.... we had previously had a Master Electrician check it out since we had heard that people sometimes have concerns. He didn't recommend changing it … (1 comments)
This seems to be more temptation than our cats can withstand.
This one seems to be either determined to slow down our progress , or perhaps to remind us that she needs to go with us.
I wonder what she is thinking.
It may be that the box represents nothing more than a previously unexplored space.
If there were some way to assure her that we would not consider leaving home without her it would be less stressful to see her hunkered … (4 comments)
prestonwood forest: Gutterfall....
- 06/07/12 08:22 PM
Perhaps it was the drought of last summer that makes my heart sing at the sight of substantial rainfall.
Perhaps it is my love for plants and trees that makes me rejoice when we get abundant rain.
Growing up in "Swamp City USA". I took rain for granted. It was inconvenient. It made my hair fall and soggified many a pair of shoes.
Rain causes problems with traffic and makes getting anywhere a roaring pain.
It makes showing property difficult if not totally impossible.
After last summer and watching trees I loved die due to lack … (7 comments)
prestonwood forest: The Purple Elephant
- 06/07/12 09:31 AM
If it weren't for the fact that we will be moving out of state in about a month I would really like to put this in the front yard just to frustrate the Home Owner Association Nazi's. After all it doesn't say you "can't" have a purple elephant.
Author Bio: Ralph and Jeanne are long time Real Estate BROKERS dedicated to helping good folks buy homes and land in Durango Colorado and the Surrounding area.
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