Snowbirds Return

The snowbirds,the northern juncos,arrived about a week ago.They will stay in their Mid-Atlantic wintering grounds till May.At higher elevations,they may stay year-round.With all the wet conditions we've been having,the winter could be a snowy and icy one for these cool-weather birds,if the weather pattern persists.It is said we haven't had a big winter since 1996.That means there are a lot of drivers who don't know how to handle one-not to mention homeowners who may have feet of snow,instead of inches,to contend with.