Redshank – Calling All Crimson Commandos

Welcome to the liminal space between Halloween and Christmas; where the only assured thing is hearing people complain about how dark it gets by 4 p.m.. It's a moody, introspective time, quiet in the wake of one big holiday and anticipation of the next. I think we need something bright to carry us through these… Continue reading Redshank – Calling All Crimson Commandos

Curlew – Doomed to Disappear?

I've been seeing more patches of blue sky and flower bulbs bursting into life lately, and I feel like brighter days are well on their way. I wish I could say the same for this month's bird but unfortunately, they seem destined to vanish from our island in the imminent future. Before that happens, we… Continue reading Curlew – Doomed to Disappear?