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I Love nature and I never turn down an opportunity to enjoy it! 

Cardinal pair

Sipping on my coffee on this first day of May, With the sun shining brightly, finally on display, A movement of a branch so close to my window pane, Caught my eye suddenly to, my attention, gain. I moved closer to the window to get a better look, And I was treated to a scene in God's Coloring Book. O such a treat on this morning to begin my day. They don't come much better no matter what they say. Two birds were at play, were taking center stage, Their delightful antics my awe they did engage. They had come to my window to perform their little skit And I was with pleasure watching every little bit. Their play wasn't long but it was surely sweet As ma and pa cardinal danced upon their winged feet. It was crystal clear this happy, wedded pair Was showing off their Love in the crisp, morning air. They touched their beaks together in a gentle, birdie kiss. Then he bowed to his lady, a gentleman and void of remiss. As he performed for her with a flirty, chirping sound He flitted all about her, up and down, around. She took it all in as she turned, watching every move And I think I even saw her nod as though she did approve. When his performance was over, he came next to her to sit. It was just a break before scene two of their little skit. Next, a chase began as from branch to branch they flew, Like a game of tag to see just who could catch who. Although, pa cardinal seemed to do the most chasing, Ma obviously was letting him for some winged embracing. All too soon their show closed with no drawing of a curtain, For they perched themselves briefly and I am quite certain, They each took a bow to themselves and then bowed to me And off they flew away together to where I couldn't see. Though my coffee'd become chilled, I took some more sips. I felt blessed watching one of nature's unrehearsed clips. Although a bit sad now, the birdie show over, I felt like a bunny who had just enjoyed clover. Written by Artsieladie/Sharon Donnelly ©2018-05-01 10:49:00 (EDT) All rights reserved.

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Date: 5/1/2018 12:17:00 PM
what a visual treat you have written about Artsie, I could picture it so clearly from your wonderful imagery. I have never seen a cardinal but I see from google they are stunning to look at, thanks for sharing:-) :-) hugs Jan xx
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Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly
Date: 5/1/2018 7:28:00 PM
Thanks for prompting a thought that a picture of a cardinal pair would be a good idea, Jan. :) hugs ~ Artsie xx
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Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly
Date: 5/1/2018 2:07:00 PM
Thank you, Jan. I'm glad I could relay to you what I was blessed with to see this morning. I just had to put it to words. They are beautiful birds and they mate for life. Hope your fingers are feeling much better. :) hugs ~ Artsie xx

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