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A Second Home

The brisk wind whistles from treetops The snow crunches underneath my feet Another storm will be on the way The weather doesn’t skip a beat The sun glows on the hillside Billboards of shadows create games to play The squirrels try to steal all the food The birds keep trying, then fly away I wonder how they tolerate this cold I haven’t seen any of their homes yet But mine has become one of them On this, I can certainly bet! Heidi Sands 1/26/22

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Lindsay Laurie

Date: 2/1/2022 4:11:00 PM

Hello Heidi ... even in the depths of winter there is beauty that will warm your heart. Your poem delivers this message - thanks Heidi - Lindsay

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/1/2022 5:34:00 PM

Thank you for your comments and kindness Lindsay and you are welcome :)

Edward Ibeh

Date: 1/30/2022 3:19:00 PM

Such a lovely piece here, Heidi:-) Love the vivid imagery! Blessings to you, xoxo

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/31/2022 5:57:00 AM

Thank you very much Edward. Blessings. xoxo :)

Joe Dimino

Date: 1/27/2022 12:09:00 PM

The birds in the eaves I don't mind so much -- but, the mice and squirrels, read my sign: "Keep out, or else". Well said, Heidi. Have a great day!

Joe Dimino
Date: 1/28/2022 7:36:00 AM

Roof-rats in Phoenix, huge! They can find their way into an attic, and cause a lot damage. Oh well, maybe they were here first:) Joe.

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/27/2022 1:20:00 PM

Lol I understand. Joe. We have Flying Squirrels here too. I hope you are having a great day too. Enjoy. Thank you :)

Valsa George

Date: 1/27/2022 8:20:00 AM

It is interesting that the birds and squirrels have made your house a second home.... ! Hope you are able to bear the chill !

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/27/2022 8:34:00 AM

Well they aren't inside, but may get some warmth next to it and landing on the sill. The food helps them too, when they can get some apart from the squirrels. ! Thank you for your visit and comment Valsa :)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/27/2022 6:48:00 AM

Interesting angle, Heidi. Never thought of myself as owning a second home -- for the birds and squirrels! At least Congress hasn't taxed me on my second home -- yet! lol... And belated congratulations to you on your endearing poem, POTD, on which you collaborated with Edward Ibeh! Here's to a third home somewhere (else). lol :) gw

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/27/2022 7:24:00 AM

Thank you very much Gershon. I appreciate your support. I hope all is well and you have a nice day -9 degrees here ugh! Trying to stay warm :)

Mike Gentile

Date: 1/27/2022 4:39:00 AM

I love the premise of this one Heidi. your the birds may besmearing a little part of your space to keep warm! I too, often wonder how they stay warm! This is a beautiful write! Hope the storm is not too bad for you. happy Thursday!

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/27/2022 6:14:00 AM

I am happy you loved it Mike. There are less birds with the squirrels taking over and causing havoc. It looks like the storm will be a big one with lots of snow and hurricane force winds. The news now uses terms like bomb cyclone lol. Thank you for your kind comment. Happy Thursday :)

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 1/26/2022 4:05:00 PM

Hello Heidi, i do think that the birds made your home theirs as well. Hugs.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 1/27/2022 10:37:00 AM

Hello Heid, oh the squirrels are getting violent I did not know they eat bird seeds. Wow! Your welcome. #njoy your day. Hugs.

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/26/2022 4:41:00 PM

Yes. They did, but the squirrels did too and the squirrels are taking over this year, even breaking hanging bird feeders! Thank you for your visit Darlene. I hope all is well.. hugs :)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 1/26/2022 2:11:00 PM

Despite the cold the birds and squirrels seem to hang around for the fun--I am seeing that all along --rain, shine, or snow. Wonderfully captured moments, Heidi.

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/26/2022 2:16:00 PM

Yes, that's true Vijay. I hope you are enjoying them. Thank you for your visit and comment. I hope you have a nice evening :)

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/26/2022 2:07:00 PM

I'm jealous, we've only had a few frosts, not a sign of any snow yet.. Tom

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/26/2022 2:11:00 PM

Oh my, Tom. You can have some of ours! We have plenty on the ground and a Northeaster coming with another foot on Saturday. I could send you some? :)

Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 1/26/2022 1:13:00 PM

Charming rhyme~winter seems to bring so much movement even though the plants and trees have gone to rest...you capture all the delightfulness that the winter has to offer. I am sure the birds will find safe haven at your home. Blessings, Paulette

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/26/2022 1:20:00 PM

Thank you Paulette, it certainly does. I appreciate your visit and feedback. I hope you are having a nice day. Blessings :)