Cranes ahoy

The cranes arrived today... a darkening of the sky and an eerie
silence as they flew overhead. I reckon about 140 though I cant
count very well. Far more than when last spotted in 2004 though
less than in 2003, I think.
Marvelous to see them.

I had been afraid that they were all dead, its been such a long
time.

They returned to their usual spots, though the big chimney has
gone to make the new home for Alzhiemer suffers.


Tilling at twilight was covered in delighted tourists and residents
snapping away at the bemused birds.

If previous records are anything to go by, they take off tomorrow
morning rather late - about 10.00 am - having preened and farted
around a bit first. Off to Africa? I dunno, but downriver towards
the sea. Perhaps a holiday trip to the Med.

Anyway get up early to see them if you can - they're so BIG