Bliss

 

It is pure bliss

when I hear the sweet melody

of spring's first Wood Thrush

releasing its silvery song

from a hidden place

in these secret woods. 

© 2023 Richard Havenga

Photo Locations: Home Woods - Cannonsburg, Michigan

Aria of an Angel

 

Beyond the high wall of these woods,

deep in the cleavage of shade,

spring warblers sing from the shadows.

I approach this curtain of sound

with quiet alertness and reverence;

grateful for the hidden choir.

One call distinguishes itself,

separate from the warblers.

The enchanting flute of the Wood Thrush.

Sweet syllables of song.

Sharp, clear and melodious.

Aria of an angel.  

© 2023 Richard Havenga

Photo Locations:

1. & 2. Home Woods - Cannonsburg, Michigan

Play the song of the Wood Thrush here: Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Chalice of Praise

Oh, the abundant blessings of my woods.

Especially during the green fire of spring.

When new Trout Lilies at my feet

uncurl their curved yellow fingers.

And in the near distance,

hidden in the gray branches,

the loyal Wood Thrush

pours out  his musical song.

Liquid notes spilling

into the understory,

filling a chalice of praise.

© 2022 Richard Havenga

Photo Locations:

1. & 2. Home Woods - Cannonsburg, Michigan