Kip’s Comments - June 28, 2026

Life Challenges

Over the past days I have spent time watching as a killdeer has been dropping eggs into her shallow depression in gravel otherwise known as a nest. This bird faces threats from vehicles, predators, and the elements - like today’s heavy rain. Still, she returns to her simple nest where she will face whatever comes her way until her eggs hatch.

We humans could stand to learn a lesson or two from this killdeer. In our family we are facing serious challenges. It would be easy to throw in the towel and give up, but why? If the Good Lord isn’t ready yet, why am I living with a “glass is half empty” mindset? Like the killdeer, I need to believe in the effort and stay strong until success is realized or until situations change. I am trying….

In addition to photos I put together a short video of this killdeer approaching and then on her nest. View the video at this link: Killdeer at Nest

Killdeer Nest with Four Eggs - Image 1116527

Killdeer Nest with Four Eggs - Image 1116565

Killdeer Nest with Four Eggs - Image 1116592