Today is your day Boomer! I woke up today to a full orchestra of bird sounds, as they flitted in and around my backyard. Hundreds of them, all with something seemingly important to say. But what are they saying to the world or each other? So, I did research, research, research.....on some very credible websites like the Audubon Society. The word on bird noise seems to go like this: there are bird songs and bird calls, and they are different. Songs are used to defend territory and attract mates. Therefore, it’s the males that sing the most—usually during breeding season...often a longer melody. Calls, on the other hand, tend to be shorter and simpler—often just one syllable long. Experts say the main messages are about territory, mates, food, and danger. For example, a short shrill sound may be a danger warning about a nearby hungry hawk. But...I listen to them a lot, so I know what birds are really saying: "Your orange friend is pretty, is she dating?" or "That birdfeeder is almost empty, better get to it!" or..."Global warming means we don't have to fly as far south this year." and..."Did President Trump name those swans after himself?" This is true, all true. Boomers....listen, just listen.