I went for a walk and saw that this large magnolia tree was pretty much in bloom with lots of buds close to opening. This isn't exactly what I was hoping for since it was so windy.
That is really great news about the bluebird houses - and gives me an idea to think about for down by our walking trail near the creek. Will have to look into that. Hope these two get use to people around - I can find these bluebirds in about the same area at the same time of early morning most days and come pretty close to them.