Cordial Reception
If I am not here to see
Let him in, my little chickadee
If the bell rings twice it’s a pair
Don’t shut them out, its’ not fair
If I don’t hear this little bird
He’ll fly away, not leaving a word,
From whence he came, it’s unclear
I could not see and could not hear.
If by evening he does not appear
First thing in the morning he’ll be here
Spread of food just waiting for him
Others are welcomed, no matter when.
Two doves gobbling up the food
Maybe sweethearts, in a good mood.
Finches and sparrows waiting on deck
Juncos on the ground, sunflower to peck.
Darting woodpeckers head for the suet
Nuthatches serenade in a splendid duet,
Crows line up on the upper tree branches
Anticipating what they might have for chances.
No special day or a reunion gathering here
It’s always open throughout the year,
No brunch menu or table for two
Just good manners and no tip due.
They will come in early just before their flight
Gobble up some grub and dash out of sight.
On occasion they will sing me a tune
Hummingbirds should arrive any day soon.
Some will stay awhile and make some chatter
Others will get in line and fill up their platter,
A hearty feast, according to my perceptions
There’ll always be room, without any exceptions.
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