You may need to look a bit closer than usual, but Gracie and Bessie really are in this photo. Well, not all of them, just their feathers!
This bird nest, perhaps a robin’s nest, was on the ground after a recent day of strong wind. When I picked it up and examined it, I was surprised to see soft feathers from Gracie and Bessie woven into the nest.
With no rooster around, they would never be using their own warm downy feathers to protect and comfort baby chicks. Yet they were still able to help another bird’s family.
Giving. It’s just what they do, including feathers for wild birds to use when they are building their nests.
Do any of us really know how far the gifts we give may travel or whose lives will be touched?
Each post shares a glimpse into my journey as a writer and illustrator. Every “Like,” “Follow,” and “Comment” is truly appreciated!
right you are- just a sympathetic smile at the grocery store to a harried mom with a yowling child can go along way…well, we can shed our face masks once again.
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Yes indeed! It’s not always easy to smile with a face mask! But eyes can be very telling too. 🙂
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“Do any of us really know how far the gifts we give may travel or whose lives will be touched?”……….such beautiful and powerful truth! Things that we no longer need can be an added blessing to others!
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Thank you, Wendi. I try to remember that when I’m giving things away to thrift stores or our homeless shelter. The item that I don’t need any longer could be just what someone else needs to make their life easier and more enjoyable.
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🙂 i feel the exact same way………..
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One smile, one word… you never know. 😘
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So true! You never know. Tiny ripples can turn into waves.
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By the way, I think you may have fallen off of my “follow” list. I see that I am following you in one place on WordPress but not in another. Very confusing! Hopefully I’ve corrected it.
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Sometimes it does that. Thx I’ll check but I’ve been seeing your posts.
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Way Cool! The finches take the down that falls from my ducks!
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Nature is remarkably resourceful. Even birds get into recycling!
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They sure do!
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John, the life applications from this post are as numerous as the eggs your chickens produce. I wonder what unexpected discoveries are waiting around the corner. God’s peace!
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And God’s peace to you as well!
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No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.
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I truly believe that too. We might not see the end result, but it will be there. Thanks, Phil.
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So beautifully told.
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Thank you so much. I’m glad you enjoyed reading. Pearl is a very rare chicken, and I’m grateful for every day that she opens my eyes to new things.
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