Such a good mama

Our little buddies have finally decided that we are okay after all. They have come to trust us and look forward to the treats we bring to them. It is an incredible joy to sit and watch mama and her 5 babies (yes, there are 5!) eat and play... and learn how to become big groundhogs. This evening, they were eating with her and every now and then one would try to steal a peanut from her paw. But no sir, they had to get their own. They are so adorable and fun.

Mama watches over the wee ones during dinner...

... then sneaks away when they get the hang of it.

Kisses for mom. :)