The Nightingale's Tale

6/18/25

The cricket crossed my path
He said,
"Count your blessings."
And I was reminded
Of how fortunate I am.

The mourning dove cooed nearby,
She said,
"Your grief is evidence of love."
And I was reminded
Of my courage to love again.

The crow cawed from above, 
He said,
"Laugh in the face of darkness."
And I was reminded
Of my strength... and all I've survived.