orioles, oranges, sprouting leaves

We shortened our walk this morning. The air was so humid the dog was panting before we left. I braved a quick dip into the pool - refreshing. I have not seen or heard the orioles. A year ago they were here.

May 3, 2009

The entry shows the feeders with oranges hanging on the branch. the text lists spring observations.
Hosta, lily of
the valley sprout freely green
spires through the dead brown leaves.

I like the simplicity of this art work. The verse balances the tree as do the stamped birds.