Bye Bye Birdie

Yesterday, while bird watching, I saw that the babies were starting to open their eyes. Not all the way, just a tiny bit. I watched as Car and Daddy flew around the yard, keeping a close eye on them.

I guess it doesn't take long for their animal instinct to kick in because this morning the nest was empty. They went from tiny, bald babies to independent little flying birds in one week! I checked the yard again this evening for any traces of them but they are gone, even Car! I am so sad, they grew up too fast.