Don't Be An Ass

Just had a Yellow Warbler at the pond.  First one I have seen this year.  In Matthews I had one who was a constant on the suet tree, but after ten years here, have not been able to lure one to my feeders.  The same is true for Mockingbirds.

All I can figure is that there in a neighborhood food was scarce, and here better stuff can be found than what I offer up.

That brings a good point to mind.  Birds don't need us to feed them in most parts, certainly not in SC.
So, if you do put out a feeder, place it near a window or porch where you can enjoy what you lure in.

My birds are like my cats and dogs --> all pets.  This might sound funny, but many birds are territorial, and soon you will be able to tell them apart, even give your favorites a name.
Then you start to worry about them on cold, rainy days and you are more likely to put some food in the feeder.  I hate to visit someone and see their feeder is empty and just hanging as a decoration.

Help them out a little.  They don't eat much, they eat like --> birds.

Today is a good example.  I am warm and dry here on the porch with my sleeping cat.  We are both full and lazy today as the rain falls.
The birds have to go out and make a living or die everyday  --> rain, snow, or shine.

Feed the birds a little, don't be an "ass".