The Owl

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Mary Jane

The tangle of winter trees
behind our house
shelters an owl.
Resident or visitor
remains a mystery.
An early morning hoot
announces her presence.
I smile and nod
in a returned greeting.
The owl is here.
It will be a good day.

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About Mary Jane

I am a retired English teacher. My husband, Frank, and I have lived on Cape Cod since 2000. I am a lifelong bread baker and writer and have been posting a blog on Falmouth Patch for the last few years. Savory Seasons has been largely devoted to recipes and food in general. I am hoping to expand my focus in this new blog.
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