Article content By Carol Patterson The bluebird of happiness may be more than a fanciful phrase. The more birds that are found in a neighbourhood, the happier people in that community are, according to the European Quality of Life Survey released a few years back. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or A new generation finds the bluebird of happiness Back to video And there’s more happy news: A new generation of birdwatchers is taking notice of local bluebirds, helping to ensure these feathered creatures will continue to thrive in the Calgary area.