A sin to stop Just six kms short of home And sit on a weathered wooden seat In the sun and set The world to right. What’s another moment stolen From a day already plundered. My conscience is as clear As the Korimako’s song In the Koromiko bush And the May sky. I’d have missed If I’d taken another path.
The Korimako (Bellbird) in the Koromiko bushAnother path, another story.
You’re more than welcome, Jo and the small pockets of bush walking is therapeutic. The bird images were taken further afield in more isolated bush areas xx
Well, I’m not a believer in sin (especially “original sin”), but it sounds like stopping was exactly the right thing to do! Beautiful bird. I was arrested by the reflection in the photograph with the path and trees. It’s perfectly placed to catch the eye.
Eilene, just a phrase in using the “sin” word, as I’m in agreement with you. We do have some stunning birds and the korimako (bellbird) has a more pleasing sound. More sightings in the Kaimai Ranges than around the estuary.
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It sounds, and looks, idyllic, Suzanne. Thanks for conjuring it all up for me xx
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You’re more than welcome, Jo and the small pockets of bush walking is therapeutic. The bird images were taken further afield in more isolated bush areas xx
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Lovely poem Suzanne 😀
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Thanks, Jim 🙂
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Well, I’m not a believer in sin (especially “original sin”), but it sounds like stopping was exactly the right thing to do! Beautiful bird. I was arrested by the reflection in the photograph with the path and trees. It’s perfectly placed to catch the eye.
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Eilene, just a phrase in using the “sin” word, as I’m in agreement with you. We do have some stunning birds and the korimako (bellbird) has a more pleasing sound. More sightings in the Kaimai Ranges than around the estuary.
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Not a moment wasted
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Exactly, Derrick.
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Well worth the stop, lovely photos Suzanne.
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It was, Cathy and thanks very much.
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How beautiful. Both words and photos. Nothing better, in my mind, than taking time to sit and listen to birdsong.
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Thanks very much, Jude and I agree birdsong is wonderfully cheerful.
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Ah, the reward for taking the time and being present. Very special. Melx
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It was a goodie and I’m making the most of those sunny days x
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Excellent writing, Suzanne.
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Thanks very much, Tracy.
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What a perfect spot, I like your poem too, Suzanne.
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Thanks, Sue and I never tire of walking around where I live.
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Totally not a sin! It’s lovely.
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Just a phrase, Anabel, as I’m not a believer of “sins” as such. It was a lovely moment.
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Well seen reflection. And a poem to ponder on
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It caught my eye, Pauline.
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