"Look at he birds of the air ;
they do not sow or reap or
store away in barns , and yet the Heavenly Father
feeds them..."
- Matt 6:26
"Even a sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest
for herself where she may have her young - a place near
your altar , Lord Almighty,,"
- Psalm 84;3
"A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer, it sings
because it has a song."
- Maya Angelou
Inspiration
At dawn on my balcony I drift away witnessing
Two birds in flight together....
Ornithologists suggest that two birds in flight
instinctively bond, saving energy
traveling together , mutual protection ,
mating and finding places for rest and a home.
In a blink of an eye geese in chevron flight
glide together overhead .
Some scientists suggest these
birds have more than instinct and maybe
their intellect , mutual compassion and support
is something more than humans can comprehend.
The Writing:
Paracletes in Disguise
At first light over Kennebunkport
robins and larks take flight,
their simple songs
do not subtract from
the sanctified silence.
A divine iridescence,
blessed paracletes,
glorified messengers
of inquisitive admiration.
as scriptures ponder their virtue.
Proclamations of gratitude,
under a warming glow -
No fear, no worry,
they are who they are
the purpose is just to be.
Humbled insights spark intercessions
witnessing the divine favor.
Franciscan monks' chants echo
harmonizing with the radiant chorus -
persistent mortal pilgrims adrift
- in the magnificent cosmos.
- J.F. Sobecki
( Kennebunkport. , Maine)
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Second Chance Dance Playlist Songs plus
Poems and Writings
September 1 , 2026 - listen and read
(Click on link below for playlist)
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHM5sUAxlLBs&si=pUw6PsjJDE_dm59u
The Wisdom of Geese
When you see geese flying along in V formation,
one might consider what science has discovered
as to why they fly that way.
As each goose flaps its wings, it creates an “uplift”
for the bird following. By flying in a “V” formation, t
he whole flock adds 71% more flying range than
if each bird flew alone. r.
Whenever a goose falls out of formation,
it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of trying
to fly alone, and quickly gets back into formation
to take advantage of the “lifting power” of the bird
immediately in front.
When the lead goose gets tired, it rotates
back into the formation and another
goose flies at the point position.
The geese in formation honk from behind encouraging
those up front to keep up their speed.
When a goose gets sick or wounded or shot down,
two geese drop out of formation
and follow their fellow member down
to help provide protection. They stay with this member
of the flock until he or she is either able to fly again or dies.
Then they launch out on their own to rejoin another
"V" formation of geese, continuing their journey.
- Adapted "Wisdom of Nature"
Coda: Listen to these beautiful Songbirds
Rest In Peace Dolly Parton and thank you.
"If. you want the rainbow, you gotta
put up with the rain" - Dolly Parton
(Click link below)
https://youtu.be/o2XcBL6kWn8?si=ARjjv3WtpsY0QQjO
Happy Birthday G !
Whether you "believe" or not...this might be interesting:
* Research indicates that even with significant differences
the major religions and spiritual practices around the world
they share the following common perspectives and themes:
- Compassion and love - how we treat others
- promote human welfare and reduce suffering
- Practice loving kindness all ways
- All life ( existence) is connected.
- A good life is measured by your kindness to others
- Seek truth, wisdom and understanding
- Be grateful , present and aware of each moment
- There is a higher purpose in life than materialism
- Service to and care of others, be selfless ( especially those
who cannot help themselves)
"One day I will find the right words and they will be simple."
- Jack Kerouac
"If this is well written and to the point , that is what I desired,
if it is poorly done , it was the best I could do."
- 2 Maccabees 15:38-39
AMDG
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