I was shocked to see a FOY multi-colored, fire-breathing hot air balloon this morning. It drifted from Quechee and landed at the Lebanon Airport. I have duly noted it on my yard, Windsor County, Vermont, NH, and tongue-in-cheek lists. But, I also heard a yellow-bellied sapsucker drumming with very long pauses on this chilly morning. It then started to call. A great way to start the day. Someone mentioned on the bird walk last weekend that he/she has a book for blind birders which I think includes recordings. That certainly gives new meaning to birding as opposed to bird watching. It must be a wonderful experience. Scott Johnson **************************************************************** To post messages, send e-mail to: [log in to unmask] Set your e-mail application to PLAIN TEXT ONLY to post messages. To contact the list owner: [log in to unmask] ---------------------------------------------------------------- Web based archives and subscription management are available at: http://listserv.dartmouth.edu/Archives/uv-birders.html ****************************************************************