Backyard Nature Wednesday: Pine Siskins
They're here! Or rather, I should say, it's here, because so far I've only seen one in my yard. But surely where there is one Pine Siskin, there must be others. I happily await their onslaught.
Poetry Sunday: Don't Hesitate by Mary Oliver
How about we share another Mary Oliver poem? After all, you can never have too many of those. In this one, the poet seems to acknowledge that it is often hard to simply live in and enjoy the moment, perhaps because we are afraid it can't last. She urges us to give in to that moment and fully experience the joy. Although "much can never be redeemed, still, life has some possibility left." Don't Hesitate by Mary Oliver If you suddenly and unexpectedly feel joy, don’t hesitate. Give in to it. There are plenty of lives and whole towns destroyed or about to be. We are not wise, and not very often kind. And much can never be redeemed. Still, life has some possibility left. Perhaps this is its way of fighting back, that sometimes something happens better than all the riches or power in the world. It could be anything, but very likely you notice it in the instant when love begins. Anyway, that’s often the case. Anyway, whatever it is, don’t be afraid of its plenty. Joy is no...
That is a beautiful bird. No wonder you are excited!
ReplyDeleteThey don't get this far south every winter. This is the first time I've had any in my yard since 2013, so it is always exciting when they do show up.
DeleteI haven't seen any here yet. Keeping a look out for them though. Great photos!
ReplyDeleteI've still only seen that one, but surely others will show up soon.
DeleteCute little bird! :-)
ReplyDeleteThey are tiny birds and very active. Also very combative at the feeders. They're always arguing with their neighbors. May not be pleasant for the neighbors but it is fun to watch.
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