Spring is on its way

Gees flying north for summer

The birds are flying north the lad said

They will be geese I replied

Going home now to

Iceland; Greenland and Svalbard

 

They come here for winter

Away from the real freezing cold

Then the fly north that's a sign

Getting too warm for them here

 

Soon it will be warmer for

We will be able to go out

No coat; no hat and no scarf

Have tea on the patio

 

Throw crumbs for the Blackbirds

They will hop round us to eat them

Then fly up and sit on a high perch

Where they will reward us with their sweet song

Reviews

[Kathy Van Kurin]

'Spring is on its way'
Wild Rose,
Like a little vignette, a story as:
"'The birds are fling north the lad said
Their will be geese I replied
Going home now to
Iceland, Greenland and Svalbard."
Europe is a wonderful land with so much to learn and see. To think of Norway, Scotland, Iceland, Greenland is a joy. Different but not so much not really for all of us yearn for the turning of the seasons.
We all claim the familiarity of where we live and know its charms. I sure enjoyed your explanation of your neck of the woods so to say. As you " throw crumbs for the blackbirds", I love to give the birds where i live seeds, fruit and watching them is my blessed reward too.
Kathy

[Wild Rose]

Thank you Kathy.The more we travelled (in Europe) the more we realised that we all live so much the same lives, with only the language being different. even to religion

Bird crumbs Bread > cake > Fish skins from last nights tea - I don't like fish skins >> Cheese crumbs.

We row them under the hedge bushes ++ fresh water.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Wild Rose,
You know the birdies will eat the good things we can give them. Its great to be able to do that. I wonder if they know how much joy they give.
Bless ya,
Kathy

[Wild Rose]

The Blackbirds will give us a happy song. Sitting on a high branch, in the sun.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

wild rose,
I wish you little gifts to delight your heart as the weather warms and the black birds come to visit you. It will be your gift.
Blessings,
Kathy

[Chris Shaw]

This is a most enjoyable spring poem Wild Rose which conjures up some very beautiful imagery, because I know that part of the world where you live. Also, I am fond of birds and I too have blackbirds and appreciate their wonderful song. This is a nice read.

If I may, I could point out some very minor edits, add an s on bird in line 1, stanza 1, line 3 stanza 2, I think you meant to say Then they fly north that's a sign. Typos I am sure. Thank you again

[Wild Rose]

Thanks for pointing out my errors

Mostly due to being doing too many things at once
But that's life
Going to amend the errors

[Chris Shaw]

It is such a lovely poem, I wouldn't want other readers to be distracted by such picky errors. My excuse is always my glasses need to be stronger. Have a lovely day.

[Zoya]

Simply and beautifully put. Has a kind of a satisfying feeling to it. Nice work.

[Wild Rose]

Thank you Zoe
We live by the sea and close to an area of 'Outstanding Natural Beauty' (ONB) lakes and mountains
The coast is a sort of corridor for the winter/ spring migration: lots overwinter on the lakes and across the river Solway (in SW Scotland) where there is a nature reserve & food is put out (30,000 birds)
I have the Blackbird singing on video (warning other BB's 'this is my home' ) but this system will not let me post it

[Zoya]

Wow, the place sounds awesome. I bet that'd be a great inspiration for all your poems.
And you are welcome.

[Ghost]

Ahh springtime, what a great way to warm up and prepare for summer... The birds all come home from the south and bring with it the wonderful sounds of life... Thank you for sharing

[Wild Rose]

Our garden is surrounded by hedges and we feed them daily > more in winter (morn and before sunset

[Thomas Fitzgerald]

Simple and beautiful without bombardment, well done, good read.

[Wild Rose]

Thank you > The geese move south as the cold weather approaches > in Holland we stop at a camp site close to Rotterdam docks t' weergoes
The weather goose/geese
It is on the migration path - as we are here on the Nw of England - Scotalnd 20 miles over the bay

[Laurierose]

In love with the natural theme. There's something very personal about this tale of flying north for summer. This was a very warm read. I felt as if I was there as well awaiting those warm times and anxiously awaiting to feast on the weather that permits sharing times with loved ones on the patio and experiencing the treat that is the beautiful sounds of those blackbirds. Great read.

[Wild Rose]

In Holland we stay at a camp site t'weergoes - The weather goose/geese
The geese bring the good weather in spring - returning as the warm weather leaves

[Laurierose]

That sounds lovely!

[Wild Rose]

Holland is a lovely country > people are also nice
Only thing we miss is the mountains and hills of home

[QRamble]

Enjoyable to read something about the warm season coming since seems to be taking forever here in NY :-P

[Wild Rose]

Same I Germany I have been told > sometimes wish I was a bird to go where the weather suit my clothes (as the song says)

[barleygirl]

Since I love nature, it's great to "see" what things look like in a very different location. Your details are vivid & informative, as if I'm planted in that scene so I can see & feel it myself. I love the 3rd stanza becuz of the way it sounds so conversational & friendly, like an invitation into your world. The last stanza is so dynamic, as we see & feel & hear the interaction with the blackbirds. To me, the best nature writing includes all the senses, as you've done here (((HUGS))) fondly, Margie

[Wild Rose]

Thank you so much > that is my aim > to make a picture in word (in your mind)
Yes if your near when the weather is warm you would be welcome to join in > No airs & no graces > Take us as you find > we are that way

[barleygirl]

You are a sweetheart! *smile*

[H L Rose]

This is so enjoyable to read! It’s a simple explanation of some simple beauties of such a beautiful season.

“They will hop around us to eat them” this was my favorite line because I can clearly imagine it and I think feeding the birds is such a sweet aspect of spring.

Much enjoyed!

[Wild Rose]

Thanks Hannah - Pleased you like
The birds really do come in close > you throw some crumbs - gradually closer, until they are at your feet
Just been out now and heard a Blackbird singing its song . some times I will answer trying to imitate them - BUT I know it is a song to tell others "This is my patch" So I break off in case it takes flight - It is a fight I MUST loose

[H L Rose]

Awww It’s so nice to hear them sing.

[Wild Rose]

I took a video (well just a few) tried to upload them no here > no picture no song > I was so sad!

[Lyrically Inclined]

Yes! Please bring spring already! I’m tired of seeing snow in April! Nice write.

[Wild Rose]

Thanks for the comment/review
Yes tired of rain and wind > We didn't get much snow - but were cut off the main roads were blocked > We have food in ready