Photo Challenge #13 Are You Afraid of Bats?

Theme: Pretty little things

Isn’t he a sweety? I played with my dog outdoors before going to work and almost stepped on this little guy. With six cats roaming the grounds, I swept him up and warmed his tiny body in my hand. It’s been petty chilly for March in Northern Italy, and I think he woke up too early. There aren’t many insects flying around yet.

So there he is, in my office drawer. At nightfall, when I got home, I put him in a bat nesting box I had built a few years ago. I checked on him the following day. He was gone. Good omen. I hope he survived.

Non è carino? Ho giocato con il mio cane all’aperto prima di andare al lavoro e ho quasi calpestato questo piccoletto. Con sei gatti che vagavano per il parco, l’ho raccolto e riscaldato il suo minuscolo corpo nella mia mano. È stato un po’ freddo per marzo nel Nord Italia e penso che si sia svegliato troppo presto. Non ci sono ancora molti insetti che volano in giro.

Quindi eccolo lì, nel cassetto del mio ufficio. Al calar della notte, quando tornai a casa, lo mise in un nido per pipistrelli che avevo costruito qualche anno fa. L’ho controllato il giorno seguente. Era andato. Buon auspicio. Spero sia sopravvissuto.

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Author: eleanorannpeterson

I’m a nature-loving adventurer and children’s book author/illustrator whose life has been an exhilarating journey. Originally hailing from Ottawa, Canada, I developed a deep fascination for wildlife while chasing after wild animals in the swamps. Although I initially aspired to become a veterinarian, my path took an unexpected turn when I relocated to Italy. In Italy, I pursued my passion for nature by earning a BS in Environmental Sciences and Territorial Management. This educational experience further ignited my love of writing about the natural world and its diverse wildlife. I’m an active member of several professional organizations, including SCBWI, 12x12PB Challenge, ICWA, and the Children’s Book Academy. Constantly seeking growth and connection within the industry, I engage with fellow writers and storytellers. Despite my affinity for all creatures, I humorously admit that my nine cats can be the most challenging animals to handle. When I’m not wrangling my feline friends, I spend my time writing, doodling, playing with clay, gardening, and exploring the enchanting Italian countryside with my husband. I also love preparing homemade pasta, showcasing my culinary skills.

5 thoughts

  1. That’s a pretty cool tale! I can feel a picture book coming along…I’ve always wanted to have bat roosts. They are SO good to get rid of insects!

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