Sunny and chilly. I did final proofing for much of the day, then took a quick blue-sky hike with Jack up Beech Hill. Several other folks up there despite the chill. Also some birds’ voices. Also views of some lovely, spare March landscapes.

Then I headed up to the Rockport Opera House to attend another spectacular birthday benefit party organized by my friend Shannon (on the occasion of her birthday). This year, her generosity got me contra dancing for the first time.

(Today happens also to be the anniversary of my favorite day ever: my daughter’s birthday.)

Beech Hill List
Beginning at 3:45 p.m, I hiked the open trail.

1. Northern flicker (v)
2. American crow* (v)
3. Blue jay (v)

Elsewhere

4. Herring gull
5. Mourning dove
6. European starling
7. House finch (v)

v = Voice only
*Also elsewhere

Tags: American crow, blue jay, European starling, herring gull, house finch, mourning dove, northern flicker

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