Flora & fauna

Skies were gray yesterday afternoon, but I wisely opted to take a brief walk at Ship Harbor, a beautiful city park adjacent to the state ferry terminal on the northwest corner of the island. Colors were bright, the aroma of wild roses heavy. I enjoyed the music of tiny songbirds, and the familiar call of the red-winged blackbird. New growth emerges, creating a vibrant mix of greens. Look closely and you might see a rabbit, a duck or a tiny ladybug. Look up and you might see an osprey or a bald eagle. It is always nice to see a few adventurous souls who find their way to boardwalk and beach while waiting for the ferry. It is a wonderful time of year.