Tag Archives: birds

Being with Birds

Posted on May 30, 2021 by Sheila N

Interrupting this blog to go feed the little – and not so little – feathered guys. And possibly one small squirrel… I have no pets, save the wild birds. They aren’t quite as cosseted as the cats – and one … Continue reading →

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Like Wheat that Springeth Green: Easter

Posted on April 16, 2017 by Sheila N

Most adults accept that, even after great loss, in some form at least, love will come again. After bereavement, though grief never truly leaves us, there is always love enough out there for new friendships, perhaps a new partner, or … Continue reading →

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Leaves Like Shoppers – a Poetic Blog

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Sheila N

“All the tree knew was that it thrilled with life” – Edgar Lee Masters, Spoon River Anthology The picture above was taken earlier today. I happened to be taking photos of the garden when Al – aka the Cat Who … Continue reading →

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A Hole in the Breast is Better than Three in the Head

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Sheila N

Warning: whinging, swearing, boobies, Smurfs. I’m writing this in the garden, though I may have to break off and go inside. Because it’s a mite chilly, & I’m nesh. Another day, another hospital appointment. But at least it’s a day … Continue reading →

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Pressing the Reset Button

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Sheila N

Warnings: Malcolm Tucker has entered the room … oh, & a sweary song about a dinosaur The reset button is the neutron-flow polar opposite of the big red button which must never be pushed. It’s the one which, in my … Continue reading →

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