Nature is starting to show the signs of spring here on Papa Stronsay. The light is gradually creeping back into the mornings and evenings, buds are on the trees, the flowers are sprouting out of the ground and our first calf has been born. Josephine, the mother, gave birth to her new daughter early this morning, happily, both mother and daughter are fine. As the photographs below were taken, the new born calf had not yet tried to stand, but she will learn fast. We thank God for this blessing.