Hey Nancy!

 NB> And have the chicks hatched yet...?

Not that I've seen.  I am predicting mid June before they show themselves, or
at least the quail and their chicks.  Also I haven't seen any humingbirds
within the last couple of weeks, male or female.  I am not sure this is a good
or bad sign.

 NB> And hummingbirds are so tiny it's hard to see their nests
 NB> anyway... 

From what I've seen of pictures of their nests they would indeed be near
impossible to spot, especially in the bush in question.  I haven't seen any
activity there since the male was doing it's mating ritual way back when.  I am
 not sure if he decided to move on to greener pastures, sort of speak.

 NB> Sounds likely that they are nesting, then.... and in due time,
 NB> you'll see the chick procession... 

They haven't failed me yet.  I give it another couple of weeks.

 NB> and took at gander at the scotch selections

I haven't done that since checking out the price of the local (Campbell River)
single malt.  As you can see below there is plenty of time.

 NB> there were 1.75 liter boxed bottles of Glenlivet 12, for a bit
 NB> over $100...

The largest size they carry here is 750ml.  Given the size and accounting for
the exchange rate 100 USD sounds about right.  However I agree with you about
dropping that much at one time and would probably stick to the 750ml size. 
Maybe this time I'll try the Glenlivet Founders Reserve if the local store is
carrying this time around.  We'll see I am sure.

Life is good,
Maurice

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