I went out in the dark to toss a thing in the trash, and a rabbit was a little way off. He didn't move. It turns out there is more than one of them out there - I was very relieved to find that out. They certainly are masters at laying low.
During the day, I have to remember to step out the back (really the side) door slowly when the birds are at the feeder. I startle everyone, the squirrels run to the brook and the birds fly off, usually in my direction. There could easily be a collision, if I'm not careful! They zoom right by, at a low level. But a funny thing happened today. I stepped out, the birds took off, and two squirrels ran toward the brook. I called out, and while I don't remember my exact words, they were something like, "You don't have to run away, don't go, no need," etc.. They were about halfway through the back yard when one squirrel stopped and turned. He looked at me while I was entreating them to stay. He seemed to listen! He came back! So funny. I said, "Yes, come on, I won't bother you," and I went back in the house. I won't expect that to happen again!
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