Winter Robin

In the meadow a single robin winters over A hearty bird of sturdy disposition and feather Oblivious to the cold, he thrives; moreover, Appearing now and then despite the weather. A hearty bird of sturdy disposition and feather I have seen him on a fencepost, snow all around, Appearing now and then despite the weather Looking for a barren place to scratch the ground. I have seen him on a fencepost, snow all around This hopeful little creature singing his song Looking for a barren place to scratch the ground, Optimistic, he acts as though nothing is wrong. This hopeful little creature singing his song Although I think he must be chilled to the bone, Optimistic, he acts as though nothing is wrong You’d think he’d give up, realizing he is all alone. Although I think he must be chilled to the bone In many ways, his persistence is a beautiful thing You’d think he’d give up, realizing he is all alone I believe he is here as a harbinger of spring. In many ways, his persistence is a beautiful thing Oblivious to the cold, he thrives; moreover, I believe he is here as a harbinger of spring, In the meadow a single robin winters over. Written November 27, 2022 Submitted to "A Brian Strand Premier Contest No. 53" Sponsored by: Brian Strand Judged: November 29, 2022 FIRST PLACE WINNER December 3, 2022 Submitted to "Writing Challenge - X'd Poems Second Chance" Poetry Contest Sponsored by Constance La France