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the tiniest tailor |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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The tiniest tailor weaves her nest tighter than I can weave this tale. With a needle-like beak she deftly seeks spider's silk and fine grassy threads, then into this framework she sews fresh green leaves so fine they resemble a lady's soft silken sleeves. She fills her nest with soft vegetable down then lays a small clutch of eggs. And though this nest is close to the ground, with people walking all around, she has no fear. She keeps her eggs near, and with her long tail, she does her best to balance her spindly legs near the edge of the nest while turning her precious eggs to keep them safe and warm. What a fine warm nest we humans might make of Mother Earth, if we would but watch the tiniest tailors and learn! |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Midnitesun, You have done very good work on this lovely poem. Hummingbirds will inherit the world. Bobby |
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Seoulair Senior Member
since 2008-03-27
Posts 807Seoul S.Korea |
Absolutely beautiful. I was thinking about sending you an email to require your well-being. Beautiful poem from a caring heart. Have a wonderful weekend, dear lady!! |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
exquisite writing as always my friend x love RDB Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
This is a beautiful poem with a sensible message. Ida |
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shyvl Senior Member
since 2008-04-11
Posts 531texas, usa |
"What a fine warm nest we humans might make of Mother Earth, if we would but watch the tiniest tailors and learn! " How true there is much we could learn by simply taking our cues from nature. Well written. Thanks for sharing sharyn |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
I was watching one just yesterday...it was interesting...James |
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RC Langill Member
since 2008-03-09
Posts 104 |
The usual picture of hummingbirds is of energy and speed. This is the first time I've heard someone speak of their patience and attention. There is always something new for those who take the time to look. |
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2islander2 Member Ascendant
since 2008-03-12
Posts 6825by the sea |
I perfectly imagine the scene , thank you for this well crafted poem which teaches many things... yann |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
The easy working beauty of spring does cause me to wonder how it is we find screwing up the earth such a thoughtless, natural process. You write it so well, Kacy...  btw...i followed the pip route w/ email and got no response. ya playin hard to get? |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Sorry for my short absence, but thanking all for reading. Rather than being about hummingbirds, this is about the Tailor bird, which is a warbler indigenous to India and Sri Lanka. Think of Rudyard Kipling and Rikki-Tikki-Tavi. |
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WindWalker Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 1218 |
This is really Great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
Wonderful read..  ARCTIC WIND |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
Typically fine observational impression of a slice of Nature's magic! I am particularly fond of the ending: "What a fine warm nest we humans might make of Mother Earth, if we would but watch the tiniest tailors and learn!" applause!! |
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Larrysmom Senior Member
since 2008-04-03
Posts 533Florida, USA |
I could see every move she made... Gorgeous! Tammy<333 |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Midnitesun, I've worked in India a number of times, and I never ran across that bird. I admit, I'm not up on my Kipling. I think the humming bird builds a similar nest. I might be wrong about that too. I'm not a nature person. Bobby |
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WindWalker Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 1218 |
Had to read this fine write once more!!!!!!! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
One of the things I admire about your writes on Nature, is that you take the time to really look into those microscosmic worlds and then you share what you truly do see with your readers. I ALWAYS come away with something special from reading the fine offerings of your pen ~ and heart, and mind, soul ~ and eyes.   Linda |
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leoni_v Member
since 2008-05-28
Posts 54Mpumalanga, South Africa |
Such beautiful visuals, I felt like I was watching a documentary! I mean than in the best way possible, my favourite series must be Sir David Attenborough's "Life of Birds". |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you each, for taking a moment to read and reply. Welcome to Pips, and thank you for that comment, Leoni! I love Attenborough's documentaries! |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
v. glad to see this fine 'penning' [from such a talented writer (and innate 'natural philosopher')] return near the top of the "P.I.P.-land" queue! continuing applause!! |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
Just here for another read!- putting it in the library !  ARCTIC WIND |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Thank you Kacy, for this gem. Yep, this one hits me in the solar plexus. From horses, to tailor birds to taking a stand against the world for what you believe is right, you can rely on Kacy being there for all! You are a very strong woman, and a very gentle one, and one of the very best! - Owl |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
We need your presence here. You have a way of leading us to earthly ways with a smile as you pass on your understanding to us. "late" |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Humbly thanking each of you, for your time and kindnesses. |
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