Family Drama

I just witnessed the coolest thing. I was busily pounding away at the computer on my latest WIP when I heard a thud on the roof. (no - this isn't a Christmas post!) I went outside and found two baby squirrels about 2 inches long laying in the grass. They weren't moving, but one started squeaking. The mama came looking for them but hung back because I was there. By this time, a crowd of neighbors was gathering at the edge of my lawn watching the drama unfold. So, I stepped inside and watched from my window (the best view of the action) as mama retrieved her babies and carried them up the tree to a new nest. In the middle of this, my neighbor's Yorkee got out of the house and chased mama as che carried 1 of the babies in her mouth.
We all held our breath as the neighbor's son chased his dog, and finally got her before she got the squirrels! I'm happy to report, all babies have been rescued and are hopefully on the mend! Just wanted to share that.