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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Skelly Avatar
February 4, 2022 at 2:03 PM
Always enjoy poems written about robins….they are such welcome visitors..Delice
Horsman Avatar
February 4, 2022 at 12:11 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.
Calasibetta Avatar
February 4, 2022 at 6:23 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
Wolf Avatar
February 3, 2022 at 6:53 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
Calasibetta Avatar
February 4, 2022 at 6:27 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
Maverick Avatar
February 3, 2022 at 4:19 PM
Ah the precious Robin hopping and bobbing Weaving it's way around the world.'
Calasibetta Avatar
February 3, 2022 at 4:22 PM
Indeed....they are quite resilient little birds. Thanks for stopping by to comment. Hope all is well~Paulette
Mcconnell Avatar
February 3, 2022 at 1:40 PM
Fine write Paulette, penned with good imagery and insightfulness. Blessings, Gordon
Calasibetta Avatar
February 3, 2022 at 4:06 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
Brown Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 2:47 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
Calasibetta Avatar
February 3, 2022 at 6:49 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
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 12:22 PM
Very sweet Paulette. I must watch that ground day movie again today for the umpteenth time. : ) Blessings xxoo
Calasibetta Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 12:32 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
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 11:48 AM
Hello Paulette, I thought Robins flew south for the winter. Because When i see a Robin it is the sign of Spring. Hugs.
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 3, 2022 at 11:23 AM
Hello Paulette ,Mother nature is strange sometimes. This is so odd. Your welcome. Hugs. Darlene
Calasibetta Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 12:16 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
Kauffman Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 11:10 AM
So delightful Paulette. I love the contrast between one harbinger of winter and your prophets of spring! Great last line. Sending warm blessings.
Calasibetta Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 12:17 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
Leffanta Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 10:55 AM
The higher view provides the best perspective . . . .Enjoyed!
Calasibetta Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 10:56 AM
Indeed you are right~I hope! :)Paulette
Thompson Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 10:24 AM
Nicely put Paulette and let's hope the Robin does indeed bring better news, weatherise!! Enjoyable read...Ron x
Calasibetta Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 10:56 AM
I'm banking on it! Thanks for stopping by to comment. :)Paulette
Hankins Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 9:23 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.
Calasibetta Avatar
February 2, 2022 at 11:03 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
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