Today’s interview actually took place a couple weeks ago as you can see by the snow on the ground. Anyway – this cheery little fellow is a red squirrel and to say that he is a bit jumpy is like saying that Donald Trump has a comb over – an exaggeration that defies quantification. It is very difficult to get him to calm down enough to answer a few questions, but we will get started and see how we do.
Intrepid Interviewer: Hello Mr Red Squirrel!
Red Squirrel: I’ve heard if I just ignore her, she will go away – that is what the blue jays say anyway.
Intrepid Interviewer: Um – Mr Red Squirrel?
Red Squirrel: Ignoring her, ignoring her, ignoring her. Not working not working, not working…
Intrepid Interviewer: Mr Red Squirrel, do you have a moment?
Red Squirrel: Good grief – what do you want?
II: I just have a couple questions – can you come down and chat?
Red: Yes, Yes, Yes – stay right there – I will be right down! 
Red: How about this? Is this close enough?
II: Well not really – can’t you come down here to chat?
Red: Okay! Now, what do you want? I don’t have all day you know!
II: Just a few questions about what life is like out here in wilds of an Upstate NY back yard – would that be too much to ask?
Red: I guess it’s ok, but this isn’t exactly the most exciting place on earth you know. The best thing you can say about it is that there aren’t any cats living here these days.
II: Why do you stick around then?
Red: Well, there are some pretty good seeds here on the ground. 
Red: They are really quite good – would you like to try some?
II: Not right now, thanks. Is there anything else you would like to share about your life here?
Red: Why yes – there is! Follow me up this tree!
II: I am really not very good at climbing trees – can I just watch from here?
Red: Yes – just step a bit closer to the tree, so I can show you something.
II: Alright – how is this?
Red: Very very good! Now see right there – that wooden bar thing? Can you just hold that for me, so I can climb down there? That is where the REALLY good seeds are and every time I try to get on it, the whole thing jerks shut and I fall on my butt! If you would just hold it for me…
II: Um, no. I don’t think so. Bird seed is very expensive you know and you throw it all over the place! That is why they spent a bunch of money on a squirrel-proof feeder!
Red: Oh well – it was worth a shot. I wonder what the seeds are like across the road. Time to go find out – the grey squirrels will be here soon anyway and I can’t stand those pushy guys!
II: But wait – I had more questions!
Red: See ya!
That was so adorable! I especially love the pics. I hope Mr. Squirrel comes back soon. =)
I have seen a couple of these little guys around here!! You must live by me…the scenery looks a bit familiar!
I love how the little paw was bent when he was telling us how fortunate for him there weren’t any cats around here! Cute.
Well, I’ve been looking forward to another interview and this one was quite good, but ….. I have to admit, I got stuck on the snide remark about “comb overs” …..okay, I gave up leisure suits, wide pointy collars, hair over my ears ….. even having much hair on top of my head, a long time ago …. but putting a part in one’s hair and combing it over is … well, just the right way to comb one’s hair. I tell my girls that a young man with a comb over has good character (I guess Doanld Trump ruins that theory) … but they are not buying it. It’s become the optime of weirdness and oddity and it makes me feel old. ….. I just know some day that young men will comb their hair the right way again …. but it will probably be after I’m gone.
oops – epitome, you know what I meant. : )
So cute. Saw one this weekend here, too. Taking his life in his own hands running across the road, lol.
Oh what a cutie! I love the shots in the snow!!!
Cute little guy and you gotta respect him trying to get your help with the bird feeder. I mean you gotta give that stuff a shot.
M – I never make judgements based on the width of a man’s part!
bermuda – I’m in Upstate NY – I think you are as well?
olivia – thanks for stopping by – I love your blog too.
Thanks for all the commnets everyone – I am so glad you enjoyed Red. He may even be back some day!
tee hee…best interview I’ve read since the last one you did!
Dear dlyn,
how you can bring drama, joy and laughter with you journalistic reports, the lego, the spring and now Mr. Squirrel.
Great posts.
From Felisol
jolie rencontre.
Boy does THAT look familiar! What a cutie though!