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When Robins Come a Calling

On this foggy morning, a ground hog gave us warning, Six more weeks of winter we shall see. Yet, Robins, harbingers of spring, are at my window, Fluttering above the snow, A different forecast, a secret they must know. This morning I witnessed 6 fearless Robins flitting about on leafless trees, blanketed by snow. I thought; the ground hog has a very different point of view.

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Delice Arleen Skelly

Date: 2/4/2022 2:03:00 PM

Always enjoy poems written about robins….they are such welcome visitors..Delice

Harry Horsman

Date: 2/4/2022 12:11:00 AM

So lovely the Robins bring you so much happiness, and you reply with wonderful poetry, makes the world so much a better place, reading this, Thanks for posting, Paulette.

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/4/2022 6:23:00 AM

So glad to be making "the world a better place".....with all the angst these days, nature gives us a little grace. Thanks for stopping by to comment. Hope all is well. :)Paulette

Gershon Wolf

Date: 2/3/2022 6:53:00 PM

Very good! Hip, hip, hurray for you! And hats off to the robins as well. This is the kind of forecast I like to read and hear about! Thanks, Paulette! ~ Gershon

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/4/2022 6:27:00 AM

I am enjoying your jubilant comment~yes, those robins surely took me my surprise and gave me surge of hope that spring is not far away. Blessings,Paulette

Joe Maverick

Date: 2/3/2022 4:19:00 PM

Ah the precious Robin hopping and bobbing Weaving it's way around the world.'

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/3/2022 4:22:00 PM

Indeed....they are quite resilient little birds. Thanks for stopping by to comment. Hope all is well~Paulette

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 2/3/2022 1:40:00 PM

Fine write Paulette, penned with good imagery and insightfulness. Blessings, Gordon

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/3/2022 4:06:00 PM

Hi Gordon, glad you enjoyed the imagery~I was totally taken by surprise, seeing 6 robins after learning that the ground hog saw his shadow~I think they are in a competition, LOL! Blessings,Paulette

Debra L Brown

Date: 2/2/2022 2:47:00 PM

Happy Groundhogs Day Pauletta, a perfect poem for the day. Were expected 6 more weeks of winter, as the groundhog saw his shadow. Enjoyed the poem. I certainly would like to see some robins. Blessings ~ Debra

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/3/2022 6:49:00 AM

Crazy to see 6 robins, they usually show up in March. I have to laugh because I keep thinking the robins are not competing with the old ground hogs. LOL! Thanks for stopping by and I hope you get some robins in your neighborhood too! Blessings, Paulette

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 2/2/2022 12:22:00 PM

Very sweet Paulette. I must watch that ground day movie again today for the umpteenth time. : ) Blessings xxoo

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/2/2022 12:32:00 PM

Hi Connie, it is very unusual to see Robins this time of year~I was perplexed~I think they are trying to undermine that silly ground hog, LOL! Thanks for stopping by. :)Paulette

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 2/2/2022 11:48:00 AM

Hello Paulette, I thought Robins flew south for the winter. Because When i see a Robin it is the sign of Spring. Hugs.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 2/3/2022 11:23:00 AM

Hello Paulette ,Mother nature is strange sometimes. This is so odd. Your welcome. Hugs. Darlene

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/2/2022 12:16:00 PM

So did I~ that is why I was so surprised to see 6 of them flying about. Usually they show up in March~maybe they decided to stay north~visiting relatives? LOL. Thanks for stopping by to comment. :)Paulette

Sam Kauffman

Date: 2/2/2022 11:10:00 AM

So delightful Paulette. I love the contrast between one harbinger of winter and your prophets of spring! Great last line. Sending warm blessings.

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/2/2022 12:17:00 PM

Thank you Sam~it was crazy to see them, they usually show up in March. If you like my last line you may want to refer to a poem I did a while ago called "A Slower Train",I think you will enjoy it. :) Paulette

Rico Leffanta

Date: 2/2/2022 10:55:00 AM

The higher view provides the best perspective . . . .Enjoyed!

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/2/2022 10:56:00 AM

Indeed you are right~I hope! :)Paulette

Ronald D Thompson

Date: 2/2/2022 10:24:00 AM

Nicely put Paulette and let's hope the Robin does indeed bring better news, weatherise!! Enjoyable read...Ron x

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/2/2022 10:56:00 AM

I'm banking on it! Thanks for stopping by to comment. :)Paulette

L Milton Hankins

Date: 2/2/2022 9:23:00 AM

Hmmm...I never did place much credence in that groundhog! Those robins are in for a surprise, though. We're facing another snow/ice storm tomorrow or Friday. Hope you're warm and comfy, Paulette.

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 2/2/2022 11:03:00 AM

I agree~we use the Puxsatawny Pa. decision but I heard in other places he didn't see his shadow~go figure...I'm counting on the Robins. Yes, heard we are getting more storms but hopefully they won't last 6 weeks. You also stay tucked in close to hearth and home. :)Paulette