This morning breeze
whispers in the woods,
then the wind
becomes more ambitious
as a stratus blanket
grows in the northwest,
signaling a summer shower
coming soon.
Among the far-reaching branches
of Sugar Maples and White Oaks,
where sunlight touches their tips,
Redstarts are flitting
orange and black,
orange and black,
along the wall of green.
Just now a Veery.
A Veery!
Calling from within
the density of green.
I listen.
He appears.
His sweet song
showers me
with grace notes.
I feel immersed
in a pool of serenity.
all of this
with me,
and give it
to you.
© 2016 Richard Havenga
Listen to the call of the Veery from Cornell Labs:
Veery Call
Photo Locations: Wabasis Lake Park - Kent County - Michigan
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