@redy4et I hate to say it, but I can hear bird activity at any time and I can usually identify within seconds. So I know where they are (and my kids are so sick of me too--I try to say, "oh look, a nest there!" and they roll their eyes). Sigh.
@darylo kids go through stages don't they - I only have girls so can't say for sure but I think girls are way more fickle with their emotions and their mums