"Robin Redbreast with his notes Singing aloft in the quire, Warneth to get you frieze coats, For winter then draweth near."
— European robin

January 1, 1970

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A traditional habit of the robin, which doubtless has added to the sacredness of character attributed to him, is that of selecting a church for his winter home, making the organ or quire his abiding place.