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Robin's Winter Song

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Just a wee Christmas Tale,

I was outside topping up the food on the bird table, and my friendly Robin,sat on the to of the fence watching me, bobbing and chirping as usual. He puts up with my meagre attempts to mimic his beautiful song. This time, he didn't seem too interested in the scrunched up fat ball and mealworms, he seemed more interested in my company, so I went in to get my coat, and sat down outside near the bird table. I was trying to chat with Robin, and he was replying with his beautiful Winter Song. We chatted like this for about half an hour....maybe he was trying to teach me how to sing properly😊. I put a few mealworms in my hand, and held it out to him. Without hesitation, he flew down onto my hand, and ate a mealworm or two, and then was singing so gently, almost under his breath, I must say, it brought a tear to my eye.After a while, he flew off, and I went inside.

I thought about this beautiful experience I had with Robin, and suddenly realised that while I was out there, I was not aware of my constant capsule pain, and my feelings of wellbeing were off the scale.

Sorry, the last bit is the only on topic part, I just thought I would share it with you all.

David

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David

THANK YOU so much for sharing this beautiful event! I'm sure your wee Robin will be eating lots more of those yummy mealworms from your palm very soon as its proof he trusts and adores you!

I'm so pleased that the whole experience relieved you of your capsule pain which again was another beautiful experience on it's own!

Enjoy every moment David as the Robin loves you!

Trish

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davianneβ€’ in reply to

Thanks Trish, it was a very moving experience.😊😊😊

Perfect. Just perfect. Thank you!

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davianneβ€’ in reply to

Thanks Fili,

just after I wrote the post, I saw 2 Robins together, which is unusual at this time of year. It's too early for them to be pairing up for breeding, so maybe Robin has told his friends😊😊😊, although I know they are solitary. It was just a magical moment.

David

Away with the Bird's + you discovered a new tweetment. Nice one, Davirobin.

Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep. πŸŽΆπŸ€—

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davianneβ€’ in reply to

You've been eating too much corn🀣🀣🀣

Wish there was an Absolutely LOVE button!

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davianneβ€’ in reply to

Thank you,

I felt very humbled and privileged that this beautiful bird chose me to befriend. 😊😊😊

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IamMrsP

Nature is the best medicine!

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I agree! Love in the making β€πŸ‘

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jazzjam

This is beautiful

I’ve always thought that robins are a calming bird and bring some sense of well being,

The Robin Redbreast, has been subject of legend since the year Dot. quite literally. With the coming of Jesus Christ comes the legend of the Robins Red Breast. It is said that in Our Lords hour of need it was the Robin that tried to remove the thorns, it was the Robin that stood guard and only allowed the light to come near. It was this act of heroic bravery that caused a splash of blood to stain his red breast, this motive is still seen today and is worn with a pride by the Cock Robin. Also the Robin can be found in every church yard but will only be seen once it calls to you and once seen, it's unique character will become familiar to you as this sacred bird will visit you often whilst providing reassurance for a new beginning. πŸ˜‡

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Wow that’s deep for you feckle....πŸ‘

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Under His Wings: Lessons Learned While Watching the Birds ...a man of wide reading. πŸ€”

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ThreeSmilesβ€’ in reply to

I expect he was well read to write that......

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davianneβ€’ in reply to

Ofecky,

Thanks for reminding me of the part the robin played in the Lords crucifixion.

Your right, Robin's are everywhere if you listen for their song.

I've now got 2, and they seem to be happy with each others company, so they might be pairing up🀞🀞🀞

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ThreeSmiles

I know the nursery rhyme about who killed cock robin is not necessarily very nice but every time I hear about a robin it reminds me of that (πŸ™) and in particular the lovely song called β€œSparrow” by Simon and Garfunkel which is an allegory of the rhyme. Recommended listening - do google it πŸ˜€πŸ˜€. Of course it helps if you are an S and G fan like what I is....

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Beautiful S+G song, just heard it. Thank you for the reminder. Bleak and hopeful at the same time the way they play it. Perfect song. We're all just holding on and it's a good reminder that we all need the kindness of each other. Thank you for your kindness Miles.

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ThreeSmilesβ€’ in reply to

Kindness filly? I thought someone might say stop being a miserable old git Miles πŸ˜€. Like what I is πŸ˜‘

But thanks for YOUR kind words Phy.... filly

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You aren't a miserable old git!!

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Hehe - I’ll mention that to my wife - the response should be funny πŸ˜€πŸ˜€πŸ˜€.

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davianneβ€’ in reply toThreeSmiles

Thanks Miles, I hadn't heard that song for many years....beautifulπŸ‘πŸ‘

It reminded me of a Don McLean song "The Grave"....another soulful song about the waste of life.

David

Hi

That was so beautiful. Robin's are beautiful birds and very calming too.

Just fabulous is all I can say.

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Katmando

What a lovely thing to happen to you, animals are magical and also healing creatures too.....sounds like that little bird took a real shine to you !!!

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davianneβ€’ in reply toKatmando

Your so right......I often prefer them to people.

Many years ago, I raised a weak fledgling blue tit who couldn't fly. I used to feed him mealworms, and was flying after about 2 weeks. He still came to my hand for mealworms, for months afterwards. It always impressed visitors that I could "charm the birds from the trees", as one friend said.

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Katmandoβ€’ in reply todavianne

What a lovely story, I know exactly what you mean about animals too !!! We had a blackbird once where we used to live and he was so friendly, he'd hop about beside me whenever I was in the garden.....he had half a beak - we named him 'Mr half beak' !

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davianneβ€’ in reply toKatmando

I hope he could eat properly, and he survived.πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™

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Katmandoβ€’ in reply todavianne

Yes, he was a little miracle bird....he came a few years into the garden, it was always a joy to see him back !

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davianneβ€’ in reply toKatmando

Awww, that's great news, I can settle now😊😊😊'

I find animals in trouble very hard to take, especially with the poor wildlife in Aus, with all the wildfires. The picture of a Koala begging water was very upsetting.

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Do not revile the king even in your thoughts, or curse the rich in your bedroom, because a bird of the air may carry your words, and a bird on the wing may report what you say.

Ecclesiastes 10:20 πŸ˜‡

Are you on Twitter then. πŸ™„

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alfredthegreatβ€’ in reply to

Hi Ofeck,

Well I've searched and I can't find any of the rich in my bedroom so I won't be cursing them today! LOL

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davianneβ€’ in reply toalfredthegreat

Me too Alf........only paupers be 'ere.

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davianneβ€’ in reply to

Blimey Ofecky. you'll make me paranoid.😱😱😱😱

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A Little Bird Told Me - Not a Dicky-Bird. 🀫

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davianneβ€’ in reply to

Are you talking about the cricket commentator Dicky Bird, who made that famous gaff?

" The batsman's Holding, the bowler's Willey"🀣🀣🀣

I'll get me coat......

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davianneβ€’ in reply todavianne

Ooops, got that completely wrong it was Brian Johnston, and the bowler was Holding, and the batsman was Willey. My mate was here to correct me......again😊😊😊 thank God.

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ThreeSmilesβ€’ in reply todavianne

We got what you meant David - it rings true whichever way round you hold it ... oops told it! told it! I mean...

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alfredthegreatβ€’ in reply todavianne

As long as it's not in my bedroom he can do what he wants! :-) :-)

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davianneβ€’ in reply toalfredthegreat

🀣🀣🀣

β€’ in reply todavianne

Funny enough he gets a mention. πŸπŸ‘

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ThreeSmilesβ€’ in reply to

Who does? David’s mate? Don’t remember that one feckle. David?

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ballie52

Awww what a lovely thing to happen!

I just love birds and also feed the beautiful wood pigeons that come to my garden every day!

There is also a little Robin who comes around me while I'm clearing up the winter leaves..he doesn't seem to be afraid at all! They are amazing little birds that seem to have the almost spiritual ability to connect with people!

That would have been the most amazing experience to have him take food out of your hand..definitely would have made my day ..and as you said your pain seemed to almost disappear at that time..the lucky little Robin worked his magic how wonderful!

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davianneβ€’ in reply toballie52

Hi ballie, I have always thought the same about Robin's. I spend quite a lot of time in the garden, so the birds are used to me being around, but the Robin more so.

I get quite a few Wood Pigeons. but have to feed them on the grass.....their not patio trained 🀣🀣🀣. Ihad one a few years ago who had a limp.....I called him Walter, and he was very tame, but only with me.

David

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