Yesterday was remarkable, as the sun shone for the entire day. I honestly can’t remember when that last happened. It could have been December. Yesterday I also heard the full, exuberant song of the blackbird for the first time this year. In the twilight, perched on a tree not far from our balcony, he sang for a while, occasionally echoed by another blackbird farther off. I can only think that he must have been as happy as me to finally have a sunny day, and he gave it a fitting end. Here is a recording of part of his song.

Because of a trip to London, plus general bad weather and busyness for the last few weeks, I haven’t been able to post. But please check back soon for a report on birds in London!