New Snow and arrival of Western Bluebirds

Maybe an inch of new snow fell overnight. Up at first light with 15 elk in the yard gathered around the salt lick we set out for the deer. Neighbor called and wolves were in his pasture making the Buffalo very nervous. Elk staying close to the ranch houses, most likely feeling safer there.

The day has warmed with the sun sliding in and out of the clouds but still it is only 30 degrees. And, we saw our first Western bluebird pair checking out the birdhouses -- too early if this weather holds --no bugs.

Have been chasing the cowbirds away from the finch sunflower feeder all morning.

I have spent the morning looking at recipes for cakes and sourdough -- feeling the need for the process of baking. Found a great looking book, Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day, perfect for my often busy schedule -- so order into Amazon. Now I just need to come up with the best Starter.