Birding is, quite simply, fun. It can also be relaxing, frustrating, energetic, addictive, quixotic and a host of other adjectives.
But, occasionally, speaking personally, it's something more. There are times when even common birds are a source of renewal, of intense but quiet pleasure, even joy - when colors are sharper and songs touch our souls more deeply - when one derives a heightened enjoyment of flight antics, or experiences a sublime peace while being serenaded on a cool morning walk. These moments cannot be contrived - often last only a few moments - and can certainly be killed by over-analysis. Moments of transcendence. Know what I mean? Ever experienced this? Wonder what it means? I do. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Mille Lacs & Sherburne Counties
