Her silence rang as I walked through the door
My startled breath left briefly before
I offered my apology as offering
“I’m so sorry I surprised you….”
She tilted her head, her eyes holding curiosity
The preface to her song melting my ears
motionless, listening I beheld
Maria Callas singing an opera just for me
Music glides up and down up and down and
Vibrato on the high notes… I pause and
Wait and listen Listen and wait
Until Time nudges me on the shoulder
“Time for tasks, tasks for your time.”
I smile at my friend, she or her family
Visit me for many Octobers
Broadcasting beauty from the telephone wire
What an interesting way to describe birdsong. I think after reading this, I'll probably be more aware of the birdsong in my life.....
Posted by: Jen | October 05, 2012 at 07:10 AM
This is beautiful! So in that moment of stepping out into nature.
Posted by: Marion | October 05, 2012 at 07:18 AM
Vibrato on the high notes - you are amazing.
Posted by: Notavalibleinstores | October 05, 2012 at 11:25 AM
This is beautiful! It's wonderful how you personalized the bird and her family visiting you each October. Lump in my throat beautiful...
Posted by: Mod Mom Beyond IndieDom | October 05, 2012 at 12:09 PM
Oh, I loved the way you described the bird's song.
Posted by: Susan L Daniels | October 05, 2012 at 02:37 PM
I love this comparison between bird song and Maria Callas (and, of course, the whole poem--so gentle, sweet, and calming). I love all things bird-related, especially with my peacock novel still in the works. Lovely job, my friend!
Posted by: Lena Corazon | October 05, 2012 at 05:54 PM