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Bird Rescue

The boxes on the counter contain open-wide beaks Of newly hatched birds, each begging for the food he seeks. These babies are orphans, whose parents died or have left, Or they fell out of a nest, leaving parents bereft. Birds, hand-raised, are depending on those volunteering. Our heroes are the bird lovers who show such caring. We need these helpers who feed each one in small amount, And those who scan the skies to achieve a yearly bird count. I'm thankful for bird lovers who are keeping the score, And saving robin's and egrets, and so many more.

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Date: 4/28/2024 11:06:00 AM
Well written, Hilda in seeing that there are good people in this world. Thank you Pangie xx
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 4/28/2024 11:49:00 AM
Thank you. We need birds.
Date: 4/8/2024 10:16:00 AM
Hi Hilda, I am most grateful to you for sharing another poetic gem. I was deeply moved from the very first line of this evocative rhyme poem. And my attention never wavered. Species of any kind can be so vulnerable. Hats off to the volunteers and you for celebrating their work Howard
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 4/8/2024 1:01:00 PM
Thank you for your encouragement. Volunteers are needed. It is wonderful to see a rehabilitated bird take flight.
Date: 4/1/2024 12:17:00 AM
Well done to the volunteers! A lovely poem.
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 4/1/2024 5:46:00 AM
Thank you
Date: 3/20/2024 3:51:00 PM
Cute! I love birds...many thanks to you and other volunteers with them... take care-
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/20/2024 10:14:00 PM
I only volunteered for a short time in another state. I take birds to a nearby rescue if I find injured ones. Thank you for your concern for birds.
Date: 3/17/2024 6:57:00 PM
Your poem especially touched me. I can not only imagine, but can visualize, relevant with that optimum light
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/17/2024 8:54:00 PM
Thank you for your comment.
Date: 3/16/2024 7:03:00 AM
This is heartwarming. Thanks for your kind visit and comment.
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/16/2024 8:40:00 AM
Thank you for your reply. Some endangered birds are totally reliant on our efforts.
Date: 3/15/2024 10:19:00 PM
Your wonderful poem highlights such a worthy cause, Hilda. Birds bring such beauty and joy into our lives, and people who help orphaned birds are special.
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/16/2024 8:38:00 AM
Thank you. I agree. Many birds are saved each year by those who love them.
Date: 3/15/2024 6:59:00 AM
This is special. Thank you to all helping. I love birds. This is very nice :)
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/15/2024 7:20:00 AM
Thank you. Birds in flight are poetry.
Date: 3/14/2024 2:56:00 PM
Bless your sweet soul for doing this. I am very impressed! So artfully penned. I can picture you doing this. Pangie
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/14/2024 4:03:00 PM
Thank you. I only did it for a few weeks, but was impressed by those who made a lifetime commitment. There are many across the nation who do. Hugs and good wishes.
Date: 3/14/2024 9:40:00 AM
You are blessed to take care of birds, especially in winter. Well written.
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/14/2024 11:52:00 AM
Thank you, Victor. Birds need help all year. Some birds are small and fragile, some are very large and feisty (owls). It is a challenge to care for them. I'm grateful that we have a Best Friends wild things sanctuary nearby.
Date: 3/13/2024 3:13:00 PM
Hats off to all that make an effort to help God's creatures, especially those that or orphans, injured or rejected. Well rhymed poetry, Hilda, I enjoyed reading your poetry today. Your poet friend in Texas, Bill
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/13/2024 4:31:00 PM
Thank you for the nice comment. I've always loved birds, as I believe you do too.
Date: 3/13/2024 9:51:00 AM
In the presence of benevolent individuals and communities, there exists solace and support for those in need; however, the plight of individuals left abandoned in the garden remains largely unaddressed.
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/13/2024 10:15:00 AM
I had been unaware of this. I will help birds. And other animals too.
Date: 3/13/2024 6:03:00 AM
"What you do for the least in my kingdom, you do for me" -- which reminds me, I must go fill my little bird-bath in my backyard. Amazing how such a small production brings so much variety and singing to my senses. Excellent write, Hilda.
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/13/2024 6:57:00 AM
You are right. Birds add color, song and energy to our environment. Thank you for your interest.
Date: 3/13/2024 5:48:00 AM
Love it Hilda. Birds are remarkable creatures and dedicated parents. They are also very intelligent. Some mate for life and they are a pleasure to watch. Yes, great cheers for the people who help them out.
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/13/2024 6:54:00 AM
Thank you, Duke. I have always said that birds are the bravest of all animals. They fight for their offspring no matter how much larger an adversary is.
Date: 3/13/2024 4:39:00 AM
Dear Hilda, I love how you tenderly capture the heartwarming dedication of volunteers caring for orphaned birds. The imagery of open-wide beaks and the delicate vulnerability of these creatures pull at the heartstrings. I love your acknowledgment of the unsung heroes, the bird lovers, who selflessly devote their time and effort to nurture and protect these feathered friends, is both touching and inspiring. Hilda what compassion towards nature's winged inhabitants. - Blessings, Daniel
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/13/2024 6:51:00 AM
Thank you for your kind words. I hope Rachel Carson is wrong. The sound of birds brings happiness to me.
Date: 3/12/2024 8:48:00 PM
As orphan children, orphaned birdies too need loving nurture. Blessed are those who spare time to take care of orphans. As a child I used to take care of birds wounded or crippled. Loved this sweetly rhyming poem, dear Hilda.
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/12/2024 9:34:00 PM
Bless you for the good you've done for birds. Few people know how time consuming it is. I'm complimented by your remarks. Hugs to you.
Date: 3/12/2024 8:06:00 PM
Lovely lines penned here, Hilda. They truly tug at the heart. ~ Gershon
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/12/2024 8:30:00 PM
Thank you for reading.
Date: 3/12/2024 5:39:00 PM
Dear Hilda, as a bird lover, your beautiful poem touches my heart and resonates deeply. We have a back garden that is filled with all sorts of wild birds and we've had to rescue many baby and injured birds. Luckily, we had a certified wild bird rehabilitation specialist within a 20 minute drive from home. My husband and I were always ever so thankful for the tireless work she did to rehabilitate and release wild birds back to the freedom of the skies. A beautiful poem! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/12/2024 6:45:00 PM
Thank you. You gave me a sense of relief that there still are rehab centers. I have a wildlife sanctuary that is about the same distance as yours. I believe that the more a person knows about birds, the more they will love them.
Date: 3/12/2024 5:01:00 PM
how lovely to be a bird rescuer; to take such tiny creatures and give them alive takes a compassionate heart and patience. Your poem touched my heart plus your rhyme scheme flowed so smoothly. I love watching the birds that gather at the feeders just outside my office window...sometimes we have a nest or two and baby birds...that's always thrilling. have a great evening, hugs, Sara
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/12/2024 5:08:00 PM
Thank you. I thought you would like it because you always speak of birds in your poems. Hugs to you.
Date: 3/12/2024 3:50:00 PM
They do great work, heroes indeed
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/12/2024 3:51:00 PM
Thank you for your interest. Birds bring joy.
Date: 3/12/2024 3:09:00 PM
It is wonderful there are places and people to help, there's often not a lot to be done for those found in the garden
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/12/2024 3:25:00 PM
I drive to the nearest sanctuary if I do find a bird. I'm not sure that every community has a rescue. Best wishes.
Date: 3/12/2024 3:05:00 PM
This is so touching dear hilda, and i must also praise your rhymes that flow in such eloquence in such a captivating manner. I also agree with you bird feeders and rescuers are special, we have so many bird in one of our family islands, so many macaws especially, and feeding them is so healing too in some ways. I absolutely love the depth of this empathetic write from your heart and soul. You are a very kind soul, sending you light always
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/12/2024 3:09:00 PM
I am humbled by your kind words. I'm happy that you have the joy of birds in your islands. Birds never fail to amaze me. May the sun shine on you and your family.
Date: 3/12/2024 1:48:00 PM
- Yes, we need such helpers ... I help orphan hedgehogs, Hilda - A lovely poem :) - hugs
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Date: 3/12/2024 3:08:00 PM
That's lovely Anne-Lise!
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/12/2024 1:52:00 PM
Hedgehogs! How exciting. I've never seen one. A nice poem for you, maybe? Thanks for your comment.
Date: 3/12/2024 1:26:00 PM
Hi Hilda , oh my god this is so close to my heart , I go through or should I say the birds go through about 250kgs of sunflower seeds plus so much more a year in my garden , I equally feel like this about all natures creatures . Loved your poem Daniel
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Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/12/2024 1:50:00 PM
Thank you for being a helper. I once volunteered at a bird rescue. It was very comforting to assist.

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