Song Sparrow

Feathers flap,
tenderly curved feet
perch onto a branch and grab

Little flyers,
fearless and furtive;
you reconcile with the crows
and jays.

Jumping in, you take what you can.
You’re welcoming and full of charm.
Not even the bossiness of the jays
can taint your disposition.

Short, stout beak smiles with ease.
You’re appeased in my bushes, fences and trees.

Your gentle chirps mollify my soul,
beguiles my suspicions.
You’re all I need
to chase down this bittersweet morning feel.
Hearing you, I know I’m ready.

6 responses to “Song Sparrow”

WanderingCanadians

July 6, 2022 at 4:39 pm

What a lovely way with words to describe these cute little sparrows. I have a bird bath in my backyard and I enjoy watching some of the birds come and go. Same with my cat!

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1. BrittnyLee
  
  July 13, 2022 at 10:08 pm
  
  Awww you have a bird bath ?? I want to get one once Matt and I have our own place. I love sitting on my deck, though and watching and listening to the sparrows and gray catbirds, cardinals and jays. It’s so peaceful. Hearing birds reaches my soul unlike anything else. I love hearing birds and watching birds, too 🙂 . This is yet another thing we have in common, Linda ! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by . I love your comments so much. You’re so kind. Summer is a great time to watch the birds. I have been enjoying it 🙂
  
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  1. WanderingCanadians
    
    July 15, 2022 at 11:19 am
    
    We seem to have a lot in common! I agree, there’s just something so peaceful about listening to the sounds of birds. I’ve actually been thinking about getting a bird identification guide. Have a wonderful weekend. Have you gone on your trip yet?
    
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  2. BrittnyLee
    
    July 17, 2022 at 5:34 pm
    
    That’s a great idea 💡 ☺️ I was thinking the same idea, actually. Not yet, we’re going soon at the end of July. I can’t wait. It’s gonna be great. We need the getaway so badly. Hope you’re having a great summer ☺️
    
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  3. WanderingCanadians
    
    July 18, 2022 at 11:49 am
    
    I bet you’re counting down the days! It’s been one hot and dry summer so far, which has been nice for spending time outdoors. We’re actually taking two weeks off at the beginning of August to go to Europe. I can’t wait.
    
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  4. BrittnyLee
    
    July 18, 2022 at 12:19 pm
    
    Wow that will be awesome !! I’ve always wanted to travel to Germany and England and Ireland and Scotland and Iceland haha 🙂 basically all of Europe haha but those are my bucket list places. I’m excited for you!!! You guys will have a great time. I’m so pumped for the posts from Europe and your photos !!
    
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