the mockingbird’s breakfast
All week I have been marveling at these rose hips, mostly at the fact that
somehow, this rosebush still has green leaves, the only green in a garden
now turned brown and grey.
It’s almost like the leaves have been freeze dried.
All week I’ve been meaning to get out there for a photo, and this morning I donned my winter garb and marched through the several inches of snow we now have to finally take a picture. As I stood there, my mockingbird friend came and landed just to my left, for a breakfast of rose hips and winter green.
Then I understood.
He has enchanted this patch, his own bright spot of everyday magic.
And I was enchanted by the fact that he landed just three feet from my arm. Then again, it was a very cold night and he is probably very hungry.
I took some photos of him but they are nothing special,
too many branches in the way.
But the moment, that was special. Another gift from my garden.
A gem.
November really is the color of gratitude.
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This weekend we will be at our last show of the year,
if you’re in the area, stop by and say hello!
44th Annual Holiday Bazaar Arts & Crafts Sale
Rochester Museum & Science Center,
500 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607
Booth 112
Friday, November 21st • 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday, November 22nd• 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, November 23rd • 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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