Haven for Fashionable female Cardinals

In the midst of Winter, we have a Bed and Breakfast very high up in tall Fir Trees... that offer the warmth from the Chimney smoke on cold Winter nights...

After a Season of raising young fledglings ... 

the graceful gentle female Cardinals have a Shelter 

in the tall Fir trees that surround our Vintage home... 

The trees are very old and have branches weathered 

and softened by the gentle rain ... the soft green needles 

have embroidered a lovely getaway for deserving female  

Cardinals and their fledglings by their side as snow falls softly...  

The females have raised their "brood" of male fledglings and 

sent them off to learn from their Father how to survive 

the Winter like a Bomber ready for a fight to gain a right to 

their Sovereignty among the different Breeds from other Countries.  

Charity begins at home... and Birds from abroad can learn by 

example to find their own domain and plant a Garden by dropping seeds 

and reaping the Harvest when the Moon is Golden and full... 

So they come Full Circle when Peace on Earth is finding a Home 

at Christmas when Yule logs burn with the scent of Balsam and Cloves... 

  

 

Reviews

[Robert Trakofler]

Cardinals are among my favorite birds... I have a cardinal chess set LOL I think you would love it:) I have a cardinal that lives nearby and nothing compares to spotting him in the days after a snowstorm his bright red wings juxtaposed to the fresh white snow is always a vision to behold! merry Christmas dear Patricia:)

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Robert... such a Christmas Joy to read your review. May your ❤️ Heart be Merry and your Hearth 🔥 be warm. Bless you and yours. tenderly, Pat

[Coyote Poetry]

A wonderful poem dear Pat. You are the best with the poetry of nature. You allow the reader to believe and see your words. Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest John... what a pleasant surprise to read your review. It is timely this morning as I sip my coffee and think of all the immigrants that need places to rest. Bless you and yours... Be Brave... Be safe...
gently, Pat

[Coyote Poetry]

Hello dear Pat and you are welcome my dear friend.

[Einstein Noodle]

and the circle remains unbroken ... the cardinals do stand out this time of year. On me dog walks with Beauregard the Beast, we catch couple flitting among the bare oak branches ... foliage usually keeping all the bird activity quite hidden. A guest a few years ago commented "Where are the birds .. there are no birds around here" .. my reply is that Mike! you have to stand still for a while ... and quiet your head .. look ... and you'll start to see them :)))))))))))))))))))
E.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest E... you have a bird sanctuary in the Ozarks... a Tale of quiet acquiesce harmony where Acorns fall with the sound of “The little Drummer Boy”... Rum Pum Pum ... rum pum pum.. The bright Red feathers hidden in branches of tenderness. Reminds me of Happiness... “you need to sit on a Log very quietly ... and a Butterfly will
Land on your Shoulder”. Here’s hoping that the Green moss on the Forest floor will keep your footsteps “soft” during your Walks with Beauregard... in the New Year 2021... gently, Pat

[Einstein Noodle]

same to you Pat ... our forest floor is a foot thick in oak leaves ... so yes ... lots of acorns ;) and easy to walk softly

[andrew mitchell]

Another fine write Pat, almost a bird lesson not having seen much of a cardinal.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Andrew... lovely tI read your review.
We had a beautiful fairly light a snow on Christmas Day... so I put lots of mixed Bird Seed on the Railing of the large old Wooden Deck outside our large Kitchen Window.
That is why I see beautiful Birds all year long ... up close and personal. The Male Cardinals are a gorgeous bright Red and the females are a subtle brownish Grey with a hint of pale red in their head .. like a wee fashion hat. Birds are so inspiring ... I adore black and white Chickadees. And Blue Birds are breath-taking also. Lovely to have you visit. May the New Year Ring in a good Omen of Good Cheer. tenderly, Pat

[andrew mitchell]

You too Pat to you and yours a safe happy new year.

[barleygirl]

I've never seen a cardinal, but your poem imbues the bird with not only a sensory flourish, but also a strong sense of identity & personality. I rarely read your poems as having an underlying message that has nothing to do with your obvious message, but this poem seems to have some slight undertones of patriotism. As always, you bring the outdoors alive with personification, but in this poem, it feels more present than usual! Strong commanding presence! Here's wishing you a Happy New Year! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Margie... you are absolutely astute about my personification of Immigrant birds and my ideas about how our Givernment could teach the Ummigrabtscti build their homes and raise Cattle as well as grow their own fruit and vegetables... instead of us giving everything Free to the Immigrants. We could provide shelter and food and Jobs.
“From little Acorns grow Mighty Oaks. Love and blessings... Pat p.s. our Government could donate Land to proceed with this Plan. We would pay Builders and Electricians and Plumbers to teach Certain Immigrants To do these Tasks and they in turn could teach others. Better than free everything, e.g. College, housing and food.
A lot to comprehend, but definitely more
Economical. Amen

[Betty Hermelee]

We see many Cardinals around our place in the mountains of NC...such a stark contrast between the white snow and their red feathers. You certainly are a bird-watcher! But there seems to be more to this poem; it's like humans who have babies and then teach their young by example, just like the birds...and it comes full circle, just as you said. A lovely poem as always Pat; take good care, Best, Betty

[Patricia Wedel]

Yes, Betty... we have a Country that is becoming over-populated... with Immigrants from many Countries that have not been given their Citizenship Papers. They need to learn to build homes and plant food... learn to raise Cattle... and so many Trades. A Wise Government would recognize that teaching these Immigrants Trades and methods... would be more financially Sound.. than giving everything for free.
It does not take a Rocket Scientist to Proceed with this excellent Plan. God helps those who help themselves. Amen... Pat

[Betty Hermelee]

Amen Pat, we have the same problem; government handouts becoming a burden on others.

[Patricia Wedel]

If we put them to work... some of them might think Twice... if they are up to
Bad ideas and free everything. Plant a Seed... It may grow to be a Reality. May God bless you and keep you in His Grace. Amen.. Pat

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you!

[Lydia Shutter]

I think all birds know your home is there home. You welcome them and you enjoy seeing them. Cardinals are such beautiful creatures. You do them justice here. Lydi**

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Lydi... I appreciate your delicate review of our bird sanctuary. It is fascinating to observe a Fashion Show when the Birds appear in feathers of many colors and designs. They are so hungry, and I know they appreciate the variety of seeds we leave for them. The Cardinals are highly Alert to every move,
and I believe they learn to be a bit trusting at our home feeder. It is an honor to serve such Brave creatures who are really Angels. tenderly, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Very fittingly conveyed to love, nurture, protect and set free. What a lesson! May your holidays be filled with peace, love and security. Enjoy while you can for life is short.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Sami... your review has made Christmas Eve even more enjoyable.
There is “Healing” in the Aire where Angels sing 🎶 Glory to the New Born King... Peace on Earth.. Goodwill to Men. May the Gifts of the Wise Men fill your home with Love and Charity. tenderly, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome Patricia.

[Cherrie]

Yes, indeed we also have a village of cardinals that live with use all year paying us with their beauty.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Cherrie... it means so. Ugh to share our love of Cardinals that Grace our home with Charity as they share what they have in the Shelter of the Balsam Fir Trees. May we always be an Instruments of God’s Peace... at least we will endeavor to be by feeding our feathered friends. Love and Joy, Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

Correction, Cherrie.. It means so much to Share our love of Cardinals...