A winter's tale

I'm happy to report,

due to the extremely mild winter,

The Snowdrops are up and,

compared to last year, they seem to be several weeks early.

The mild weather is also luring a lot of birds,

Cardinals and snowbirds are everywhere
and Robins never left.

Occasionally, one might even spot an exotic.

But the most noteworthy sighting is the return of
the Red-winged Blackbird on Feb. 21st.

They are one of the most abundant native birds
in North America.

A highly polygynous species,

meaning males have many female mates/ nests.

Their early arrival and tumbling song are
happy indications of the return of spring.

I say this is a cause for celebration !

Before you know it, Tulips will be in bloom

and Spring will be in the air.