Global Harming and a Green Midwinter

Yesterday, while walking down the fields to the river Shannon, we observed that several trees apparently believe (do trees have faith?) that it’s spring! Today, some of the smaller birds seem to follow suite, judging by their general behaviour and singing. Is this a good sign, or is it really bad?
As it’s Midwinter today, let’s celebrate the shortest day of the year and that all Gods in Valhalla will help us to set things right in the world.