Softly vocalizing
One
Note at a time—
Graciously
Building
Its song as a melody
Resonates throughout the garden and
Dances on the wind.
Categories: Acrostic Poem, music, Nature, Photography, Poetry
My name is Tonya, and I grew up on a 300-acre farm in rural Virginia that has been in my family for over 100 years. After graduating from college, receiving my master’s degree in speech and language pathology, and living and working in a small city for six years, I decided to return to the place of my childhood. Here, in this rural area, on this patch of green, where for four generations my family has farmed, gardened, and lived, I, too wanted to be a part of this continuity. As a fourth generation farmgirl, I have many interests that not only include, but also go beyond the basics of farming, gardening, sheep and chicken-keeping. It is all of this and more that I plan on sharing in this blog.
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Beautiful, Tonya. Happy Sunday to you!
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Thank you, Anatoli. I’m happy you enjoyed the post! Happy Sunday!
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Beautiful Tonya! X
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Thank you very much, Ritu. The song was my inspiration. I hope you’ve had a restful weekend! 🙂 xo
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Not quite restful.. starting the morning with a headache is never good!
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Oh, no! I hope your day improves! Take care. xo
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Thanks lovely x
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this is so impressive, beautiful words seems like hearing a tune of violin…. You have such creative ink to write such stunning words:)
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You are kind. Thank you. 🙂
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Your birds are gorgeous!
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Thank you, Anne. The birds are always very busy around the feeders when it snows. It’s a perfect time to capture their beauty. 🙂
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So lovely, Tonya!
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Thank you, Jennie. xo
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You’re welcome, Tonya!
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Beautiful Tonya….. so snow every where now…..
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Many thanks, Sudhir.
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Such a lovely poem – *dances on the wind* … so do your words 🎶
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Thank you, Osyth. 😊❤️ xo
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Beautiful. Love your pictures. I saw a cardinal for the first time last spring in Florida, when it came and sat right next to me in the car, admiring itself in the wing mirror. Gorgeous little bird.
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Thank you, Catterel. Cardinals are beautiful birds. They’re the “state” bird of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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They were a beautiful novelty to me – after that first one, I noticed them everywhere!
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Lovely words and pictures of the cardinals!
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Thanks so much, Cathy.
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Beautiful birds. 🙂
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I had a very Linda Ronstadt sorta feeling on this one, so I did that, but I appreciate this other, too 🙂
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lol…I can see that…🙂
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This is a lovely acrostic and you know how I love birds! 🕊🐦🐔🐤🐧
My brother is getting stronger every day after his Thanksgiving scary brain surgery. I have been driving back and forth trying to stay connected and encouraging. . .
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Thank you, Robin. I’m SO glad to hear your brother is making progress. What a wonderful gift! I’m sure he appreciates your kind efforts. 🌻
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I am finally breathing better, I held my breath at times. . . Thank you, Tonya. ❤
He and I have an 18 month birth gap and I have been close to him, in many special ways: band, friends shared, and art. . . Love is number one among we 3 siblings and Mom seemed to revel in it, really present. xo
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I can understand your anxiety, Robin. You both definitely have a special bond. I’m so happy to hear you are able to relax now. Thinking of you both and sending good wishes for health and happiness! ❤️xo
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Wow. Gorgeous photo!
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