Dear krustyman - I felt for you when you posted the reply re the mindless cruel thugs who started the fire in the blue tits nest.
How cruel they were, and I know there are very many horrific stories where a brand of species (won't call them human beings) have no regard for life - whether it be bird, animal, child etc etc.
I'm sure there are far more wonderful people in this world than bad - and we must not let the bad intimidate us.
Lets all look to the future and enjoy doing our bit. - you are clearly very passionate re nature and also all other subjects. Please don't get downhearted.
The cruelty, disrespect for any sort of life, property etc etc is a big problem - I hope one day it will change for the better.
Ps - How is your little robin chick doing??? Hope the little baby is thriving.