Beautiful “Noise”! (# 72)

“Mister Pea-whistler                                                                                              

Sings his song:

‘Arise for the morning’s on.’

The harsh shrill

From eager bill,

A call to every sleeping one.”

From poem “Morning Medley” by Kerina Hall

The verse above was written because I was struck by the chorus of bird sounds (songs) outside my window every morning.


The birds, it would seem, have their own ensemble going on!

From the loud mournful cries of the large red-necked pigeons, to the warbling sound of the gray kingbird and the sharp harsh sound of the pea-whistler (real name, Caribbean Elaenia).

Added to these are the blackbirds’, sparrows’ and wood doves’ contribution to this medley.

There, however, is a lone “musician” whose sound I am yet to identify!  The problem of identification occurs because this musician is more heard than seen, and its contribution is not consistent.

But… one day!                                                                               

In this noisy world of blaring horns, too loud music, the “noise” of nature is so refreshing.  I’m thinking there should be some quiet “hotspots” where we could access and absorb this beautiful noise.

It is indeed a gift from God.  Take time out today and appreciate it.

©Kerina Hall