Snow Picnic

 

I planned a picnic in the snow,

Invited feathered friends I know.

I scattered crumbs and seeds toe at,

With suet for a special treat;

 

Then took my place at window seat,

Each honored guest to quietly greet.

Slate-colored juncos came to call

And brown-hued chipping sparrows small.

 

The cardinals perched on ice-white spread

In splendid coats of crimson red.

I watched the purple finches dine

In royal bibs, raspberry  wine.

 

Towhee, nuthatch and chickadee

Had gracious manners once could see.

When kingly blue jay lit to taste,

The other birds made room in haste.

 

My friends chirped thanks for crisp birdfeed,

Nutritious food that filled each need.

I listened joyfully and thought

Of Winter wonder God's birds brought.

 

~ Louise Pugh Corder