After this big snow I had, I cleared small areas in my back yard so I could put out birdseed for the wild birds. I have never had so many cardinals come to eat. I also had many blue jays, doves, starlings and sparrows. They were here since early morning.

Sometime mid morning I saw a sparrow having trouble. It was in a hole in the snow struggling to get out. The problem was it had injured its neck and could not maneuver properly, couldn't hold its head up straight and had no balance. I brought it in to at least keep it warm. It tries to perch on my hand, but falls over. It is strong, but cannot fly because of its instability. It does try.

I have it in a box, and hold and pet it once in awhile to comfort it. I had no thought or concern about "bird flu". So if I succumb to a respiratory illness please do NOT tell the "authorities" about the bird.

Thank you.