A gull passes the rainbow over Long Island Sound Friday evening. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)

WESTPORT — A drizzly, empty Friday afternoon at Sherwood Island State Park brought busy birds, sprinkles of raindrops, and a bit of a rainbow too.

Damp rocks and sand follow a small downpour on the East Beach. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
A view of a misty Cockenoe Island from Sherwood Island. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
A promise of good things to come … not just for the birds. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
Ailing white birch remains. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
New Creek enters Long Island Sound at the eastern end of Sherwood Island. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
Some special — but unidentified — waterfowl at Sherwood Island State Park. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
Clouds near sundown. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)