Before it was light, turkeys were calling from the ridgetop. I lay in bed listening and imagined a big tom strutting his stuff, tail feathers fanned out, turning in circles, trying to impress a hen who was pretending not to notice. The first hint of light was not long in coming and soon other birds were awake and forming a springtime chorus. The bright, cascading melody of a male cardinal, and the primitive jungle call of a pileated woodpecker cracked open the dawn with such enthusiasm that the forest seemed to come alive all at once.
So eloquently written! I am almost 71 and chose to work among nature in the great outdoors for near 40 yrs now for all the beautiful reasons you write about, it has always fed my soul. Glad to have found your work.
“I want to welcome every returning bird, every unfolding flower, emerging butterfly, and sprouting seed.” This writing is another level. Absolutely beautiful. I cannot wait to see more of your writing.
So eloquently written! I am almost 71 and chose to work among nature in the great outdoors for near 40 yrs now for all the beautiful reasons you write about, it has always fed my soul. Glad to have found your work.
Thank you Kathy. Good to hear from a kindred spirit.
Beautiful reflection Robert! Thanks
Thank you for all of this glowing love on a page, and for putting words to my own wish list for springtime.
Thank you for taking the time to read and respond to my musings. It's very encouraging. The wish list gets longer every day this time of year.
“I want to welcome every returning bird, every unfolding flower, emerging butterfly, and sprouting seed.” This writing is another level. Absolutely beautiful. I cannot wait to see more of your writing.
Thanks so much Anna, glad you enjoyed the tour of our home.
Thank you for sharing with us the beauty of Spring with usg from your neck of the woods. Your posts are always a treat I look forward to.
My pleasure, glad you came along for the trip Ralph.
Suddenly,I was in the forest and then not just IN the forest, but OF the forest. Beautiful piece.
It will all be waiting for you in June when you visit!