Quails

Walking back to my apartment after yet another day on campus when a family of quails crosses the sidewalk. I've always considered them delightful creatures. They go as fast as their little legs can carry them, and the sound of their name (quail...quail quail quail) adds exponentially to their quaintness. The sight of the scurrying quail family on my way to my apartment made me smile.

Also, every time someone tries to find an animal for every letter of the alphabet (for a class of kindergardeners or something), what do they use for "Q"? Quails. Every time.

I am grateful for quails. :)