Dear Sir, – While wandering through the marshlands in the upper-eastern side of Galway, I had the pleasure of hearing the cuckoo’s call for the inaugural time this season. Despite the rain’s interference, it was indeed delightful to hear the summer’s symphony. I am waiting to hear it again soon. Yours sincerely,
Bríd Miller,
Roscommon.
Dear Sir, – This day marked the debut of our swallow’s return, complimented beautifully by the sun’s radiant presence. Yours sincerely,
David Murnane,
Dunshaughlin,
Co Meath.
My friend, – This morning, in Ballymoney, Wexford, I observed the first house martin of the season. Considering it journeyed from Africa, I’m hoping it’s been checked. The construction of its nest might invoke protests. Yours sincerely,
Pat Burke Walsh,
Ballymoney,
Gorey,
Co Wexford.