April 18, 1777

Posted by sydney on Apr 18th, 1777

The golden-crested wren frequents the fir-trees, & probably builds in them.  Tho’ the spring has been remakably harsh & drying, yet the ground crumbles, & dresses very well for the spring-crops. The reason is, the driness of the winter: since the ground bakes hardest after it has been most drenched with water.

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