New Neighbors

The last few months have been very busy around The 4902.  Three new homes were constructed and yesterday the first of three new neighbors moved in. 

The U-Haul came and went as did a string of cars; friends and family members eager, I'm sure, to share in their loved one's big step.  

I'm sure we'll meet them soon.  And, although, I'm not sure if the new family has any kids, I was happy to see a Golden Retriever romping up and down the street.  That's always a sign of great people.  

As we sat down to dinner, however, Dave noticed another new addition to our neighborhood.  Calmly sitting atop my fence rail, staring at the swaying suet feeder, sat this fella:

My arch nemesis:
Cooper's Hawk

We have lived at The 4902 for eight years and NEVER have I seen this guy, or any others like him.  Thus, as a proud new owner of three quickly growing chicks, you can imagine my horror.  This was not the kind of neighbor I was hoping for.  So with my mouth agape, I banged on the window and frightened him away.  Hopefully, for good.  But, just in case, maybe I should start working on potty-training the girls.....