Wow Karen - you do have a full house!
I agree with your thoughts on the sand pile. I wouldn't be hurting the birds if I took it away now, but I did think about all the work I have put into my house and I would be pretty devastated if someone pulled it apart on me. And yes, I would be great to see a successful nesting and the babies flying out! Also like the idea of a sign as a kind of justification for my 'not so perfect front yard'.
Sounds like everyone in the class is hot except me! Days are lovely, but mornings and nights are very cold. So WL, not so much laughing at you but envious!
I'm signing off for the night. Stay sober and happy.