Sipping Nectar for Friends

Sipping Nectar is an Art that enriches the Heart 

as we fly from flower to flower to kiss the Dew... 

pressing our feelings into the most needed folks... 

So many sequestered in Gardens where they may 

be overlooked as they pray each day for feathered friends... 

Amen 

Reviews

[Betty Hermelee]

A poignant, kind of allegory of birds, bees sipping nectar to nourish those in need...as humans do to their families....they nourish their children and children's children .. ..take care of their bodies and souls with feelings of love...or sequestered in care facilities where they miss out on so much nature....we have to bring it to them. LOVELY!
Yours, B.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Betty... thank you for your warm and kind review. I worry that our Civilized Country is not being responsible to keep an accounting of taking care of all the immigrants that are invited to our Country to receive free everything. How did we ever get into this situation that will destroy our Economy, and we will be a third world Country with no wealth to survive. The beautiful children and young people should not be destroyed by a foolish Regime. There are man many people who are Caring for our loved ones of all ages; however, the Elected Officials are spending our Tax Money shelter skelter. It will take many years to Recover. sincerely, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Very true and so uplifting to know our God provides all of that through nature and its creatures which all have a purpose. Your poem will take volumes to explain for that is how precise it is and rich...

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Sami… We are indeed blessed to enjoy Nature… our World is in Peril and Prayers are needed for our Survival… even Nature May be at Risk with Fires that affect the breathing of our Birds… and also the Variant Delta that is being studied as a new Pandemic. Of course we will encourage each other and be uplifting in Spirit. Thank you Sami for your gentleness. truly, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

All true and well said. It is indeed. You are welcome dear Pat.

[Fran Marie]

your poem makes a sweet affirmation
to start the day right;an act of kindness
goes a long way and can make a friend's
garden that much brighter with extra
sunlight in the spirit which it is given
the birds fly with you dear poet ...

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Fran… we are all affected by our environment… even the Birds are at Risk with breathing problems from the Fires on the West Coast of our Country. Our Leaders need to understand how important Survival has become. Thank you Fran for your kind words. Be well and keep safe. truly, Pat

[Fran Marie]

sad to hear the birds are now
also in harm's way; heard about the
fires ..but not the birds..you're welcome
Pat and be safe as well

[Coyote Poetry]

Nature is a wonder. I have a yard filled with the morning birds. They love my trees. Thank you dear Pat for sharing the amazing poetry. I love the morning songs I can hear.
Coyote

[Patricia Wedel]

dear John… for years we have been fortunate to have so many beautiful birds and their songs have brought us hope for each day. Now we are all affected by the Pandemic and the Variant Delta on the horizon. Even the Birds have a mysterious
Illness that became apparent in April and May of this Year… we are diligently researching why young Birds are disoriented with crusty eyes and neurological problems on the East Coast of the USA. Our entire Life is at Peril. May the Holy Spirit help us to Heal and Survive. tenderly, Pat

[Coyote Poetry]

I pray we protect nature. Here in Michigan. Many groups are trying to help nature. We must slow down. Rebuilt the dead cities and allow the forest to be free dear Pat.

[emmajoy]

The perfect prayer, sweet lady! Without those bees our world would come to a halt: no harvests, not nuttin' worth dreaming about, Pat. Plus, give us the smiles and affection of luverly people, and we are rich as rich can be! Your finger is on our planet's pulse xx

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Em… it is as though God has given us a chance to gather all the love we can give to save Souls and whisper like flowers to hearts that are lonely. You Em are Prayers that linger on the Byways of lonely hearts. Thanks for sharing .. love and blessings, Pat

[emmajoy]

If the words we share bring smiles and togetherness.. what more can anyone ask. Keep smiling.. and share with your darling, please. xx

[Poetic Beauty]

This a an uplifting poem about kindness and checking in on those that can’t leave to go visit others and maybe lonely.

I love the use of bees and feathered friends in this poem to get you thought process across.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Beauty.. lovely to read your review… Inwas thinking of Hummingbirds sipping Nectar; however, you and Emmajoy are correct that Bumble Bees are the Quintessential pollinators. I honour and protect all Bees… the large fluffy Bees and the tiny bees also… as we would fade away if there were no
🐝 Bees for all the 🍉 fruits and 🌶 and 🌽 vegetables. tenderly, Pat

[jacob erin-cilberto]

"hummingbird, come fly away, fly away" (Seals and Croft)

I do wonder what they think of us...I guess they appreciate that we put feeders out for them, but they probably wonder if we understand them at all.
good morning, dear Pat,
j.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Jacob…. I checked U-tube for Seals band Croft… they sang a lovely Song
“Summer Breeze”; however I did not hear the Lyrics — “Hummingbird, come fly away, come fly away”. What bid the name of the Song? I would love to hear it …. gently, Pat

[jacob erin-cilberto]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r5Sl6WouLU

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Jacob.. thank you for your giving me a way of finding the Song. I will eventually find a way to search the YouTube address above. I appreciate your effort. Gently, Pat

[Neville]

.............. sweet is indeed the operative word .. but in this case, you have poured in some extra yummy golden honey ....... a real treat n true :)

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Neville… you are like Pooh Bear… always thinking of Honey.. I am more like Piglet wanting to be certain of friends and even Eyore … I treasure your visit to the
“Hundred acre Woods”. gently, Pat

[Neville]

you say the sweetest things :)

[Chris Shaw]

Dearest Pat, your have shared your family with us. You must be spending more time with them. Nothing better. We sat out in the garden of our local pub the other evening having a drink with our eldest grandson. Those hours were so precious, I will never forget them. He thanked me and my husband for raising him. For stepping in when it was needed. He said I will always be mom in his thoughts, not just Nan. I love my garden flowers but I also love my grandchildren who are my other flowers. Hugs and kisses are so special. Thank you for your poetry, sending love across the waves. Have a lovely summer.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

Dearest Chris… our Grandson Ethan visited us last Weekend and stayed overnight. He may stay with his Mom and Dad and Sister Madeline and study a Trade where they live in Virginia Beach.. 50 miles one way. It may be best until this Pandemic and Variant Delta subsides. Ethan is quite a young Man and is not certain what he will do for a Career. Let us Hope… there will not be a Draft by our President. We have lost so many of our young men and women. Best wishes across the Pond. tenderly, Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

Hi Chris… it is beautiful to have raised your Grandson… I am certain he has benefited greatly by having Fantastic Grandparents who shaped his Horizon(s). truly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Pat your heart is brimful of goodness and your poetry overflows with its love of nature. All things birds and flowers are you.

Thank you for being you dear poet.

[Patricia Wedel]

Chris… have you heard… we are having a Mysterious Bird “illness” in Washington, D.C. , Virginia and Maryland. It is mostly Bluejays and Robins that I remember to be affected. Very young Birds have been found with crusty eyes and Neurological problems… being disoriented. It was noticed as early as April and May of this year. They have no name for this… at this time. It has come as a great shock … we discovered a younger Mourning Dove laying on its back laying down on our Deck.. having passed. It was so strange. It had not been attacked by a Cat, etc. it was perfectly in tact… I put on surgical gloves and put it in a double Bag. I tried to infor the authorities to no avail. Let us pray that this does not escalate… very strange…?so far no mention on the Media. However, on my Apple I-phone they spoke of the above somewhat in detail and said it is a mystery, but some Bird experts think that there may be a Spray in these three States that was used to kill the Chicada this year.. but nothing Confirmed.. still a mystery. Of course the Fires in the West of USA are affecting the breathing and Survival of Birds… so Sad. Indeed, Pat x

[Chris Shaw]

I had not heard dear Pat, but on reflection I'm not surprised. All sorts of pesticides are used to aid crop growth. It has been proven time and time again that while it may bring about a higher yield it is a danger to wild life. How sad to find that little avian friend lifeless on your deck. It is indeed a tragic situation, and proof once again how harmful our species are :(

[Carlos Lorenzo Estrada]

this is such a sweet poem Patricia. It reminds me of the time I visited my older brother in Los Angeles he had a balcony with lots of plants and a few chairs. He would sit out there with his friends drinking wine and watching the sun set. The images you paint with your words bring that memory back to me. Thank you.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Carlos... yes, sipping nectar and being with friends and loved ones is the best medicine... your memories will always comfort you. tenderly, Pat