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Solid gray skies Over daylilies trying to bloom Several different species so colorful Open only a day, live life to the fullest What have I done with my nearly 29,151 days Birds fly in Mostly to feed from birdseeds The feeders need a refill so they can eat Those birds usually fly in, overfill before a rain Another day of possible showers so they have to eat Fresh seed put out Mockingbirds zoom across flowerbeds Land, catch a bug, zoom out Another mockingbird lands on the cement Bobbles along like a roadrunner Redbirds flock in Hit the red feeder that matches his color, perfect camouflage Boy, he is eating gourmet food From the buffet Rakes out what he doesn't like Sparrows fly in Feast upon the discarded seed That landed upon the cement They gobble up those small seeds Fill up in just a small amount of time Female red cardinal Flies in and lands on a wood feeder, aged, grayed with time It seems to match her color perfectly She is harder to see since she blends in She fills up and flies away Amazing No susurrus in the pines No crows cawing all the time Just the symphony of songbirds tickling my ears And the cymbals clanging out woodpecker's notes A few minutes out on the porch How it makes my day Now a zephyr begins to move Stirring the asparagus and spirea Wow! A break in the clouds. The sunlight beams Casting its morning light Across my wildest dreams A flower garden with more plants To feed the birds, bees and butterflies Thank you God for your creation For your gift of flowers A mixture of clouds, rain and sunshine All of life upon this earth

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Date: 7/8/2024 11:49:00 PM
So nice that you can watch all these birds, sitting in your porch. I too love bird watching. But we don't have as many variety of birds as you have mentioned. Earlier, there used to be many trees in the area where we live. But new constructions have come up and trees have been cut down. So the birds that used to come are no more there. Enjoyed reading your poem dear Sara.
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 7/9/2024 12:48:00 PM
Valsa, there has been a change in the habit that I had for the birds here in my yard. I hope maybe I can add some more plantings either this fall or next spring so that there will be more for all of nature to feed freely. Your visits add a kind dimension to my page. Sara K
Date: 6/13/2024 10:20:00 AM
Sara, I spend time out on my decks (I have two) and see many of the same things you noted. While it's a bit different, I can imagine you sitting with me as well. The hedges are flowering right now, and there is a sweet scent everywhere. IF you are in NY in the spring/summer let me know so we can enjoy this together!!!
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Date: 6/13/2024 1:01:00 PM
Duke, I have been to New York twice in my life, but I don't expect to be there again because of complications from aging. I am sure that out on your decks is a beautiful place and I am sure that I would enjoy the space for a visit. Sara K
Date: 6/7/2024 4:53:00 AM
lovely write, with a very meaningful last stanza
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Date: 6/7/2024 12:38:00 PM
Thank you, Jack. I appreciate the visit and nice comments. Sara K
Date: 6/6/2024 4:16:00 PM
This is a really good one with graciousness and gratitude. Wow. I can't do the math in my head but did that equal your lifetime?
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Date: 6/7/2024 6:25:00 AM
Andrea, Divide it by 79 and see if that is right. LOL..Sara K
Date: 6/6/2024 3:24:00 PM
so beautifully written, could be a better place than earth in springtime ? a "thrilling" poem indeed, what a pleasure Sara
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Date: 6/7/2024 12:37:00 PM
Yann, I can think of one place that I am sure is much nicer than earth, but I can't imagine exactly what it will be like even with the description in the Bible. Thanks for the visit. Sara K
Date: 6/6/2024 12:14:00 PM
You get complete control as you put pen to paper and recount the event and your creative juices flow. Yes, Sara, God's creations can not be counted or limited within space and time constraints.
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Date: 6/6/2024 1:14:00 PM
Yes, Lasaad, just a little time is all I can write about each day. The creation goes on while I do what has to be done. Thank you for your visit and time spent here. Sara K
Date: 6/6/2024 9:08:00 AM
I enjoyed reading your lovely "Solid Gray" write/wonderful ending. What a great/pretty picture. Yes, we must say, "Thank you God for your creation" everyday... Have a blessed day writing away...............
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Date: 6/6/2024 1:12:00 PM
Thank you, Paula. I appreciate the time spent here. Sara K
Date: 6/6/2024 8:14:00 AM
I can see you eyeing God’s creation. It all comes into your hands as you write of the experience. Always a joy to read, Sara!
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Date: 6/6/2024 1:12:00 PM
Why, thank you, Kim. Yes it is quite an experience to see God's creation. Sara K

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