Robin

Classicmister

Robin, Robin

Red-breasted Robin

Where were you hiding?

How did you know I was there?

You appeared at the first stab of my spade

Into the crusted soil

You were waiting like a Vulture 

Anticipating I would reveal a taste of juicy worm

You are a solitary hunter

Confounding the adage

That birds of a feather flock together

Perhaps there is a mate; a Robina?

To share your life

Or do you live alone?

They say that your red breast

Symbolises the blood of Christ

I hope that he protects you

But he can’t protect the worms as well!

  • Author: Classicmister (Offline Offline)
  • Published: June 4th, 2019 05:10
  • Category: Nature
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  • Lorna

    Ahhh what a lovely image and tribute to the welcome robins....... I believe the UK robin is smaller and more delicate/sweet to look at than the US bird (who is still a happy harbinger of spring!)

    • Classicmister

      Thank you Lorna .... I didn't know that there was a USA version and that he is larger ... Does he feature on Xmas cards as on UK?

      • Lorna

        Sometimes yes ....... here he is if this will open: https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwiA873G6NDiAhVUqp4KHdr6CCkQjRx6BAgBEAU&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.phipps.conservatory.org%2Fblog%2Fdetail%2Fbiopgh-blog-american-robins&psig=AOvVaw2IUNjpA_6DLIHs1M8-bUwB&ust=1559771702570360

      • dusk arising

        The UK robin is a really brave little bird and seems less afraid of humans proximity than most species.
        The blood of christ is just another stupid thing the christian churches made up and used to be able to get away with before the 'flock' were an educated lot. The 'flock' used to follow every word like sheep. I suppose they are still like that in the bible belt though.

        • Classicmister

          Thanks for taking the trouble to respond ... I agree that historically the church has exploited people's fear and vulnerability.



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