Charmed Chaos
Musings on Life, Love, and Linguine-Poetry & Writing
If Only
Mesa, AZ
“An owl is mostly air.”
― Ursula K. Le Guin, Out Here: Poems and Images from Steens Mountain Country
If only I could fix this broken path mankind trods
Remove sharp stones and stumbling rocks
From their opaque eyes that blind them
To the silver cord of divine binding
And like a row of stately dominoes,
If one creature falls, we all do
©2020 Linda Lee Lyberg
Author’s Note: Bella is here today for the 5th day in a row but I am worried about her. I fear she is ill. I was literally 3 feet away from her when I took this photo. Her eyes concern me. I called
Wild at Heart Rescue this morning and a man came to try to capture her, but she flew away. She didn’t go far; to the neighbors pine tree. But he told me she may have eaten a poisoned rat or mouse. People, please, please do NOT put out rat poison! Let nature take care of itself, it will, trust me. My heart is breaking if Bella dies because of this. The gentleman did tell me that she will most likely return here because it’s obvious she feels safe in my yard. And we can pray she makes it through this. One of three things will happen; it may be a mild case of poisoning given her strength to still be able to fly and she will recover, she will return here weakened and then we can, by the grace of God rescue her, or God forbid she will die and I will never see her again. There is medication they can give her if the rescue happens in time. So please, all of you that are following this incredible adventure- PLEASE SAY A PRAYER FOR BELLA.
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Praying for that sweet feathered friend, Linda. She’s a beauty, and so is your poem.
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Thank you.
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Oh… I hope she makes it… an owl should not pass in such an undignified way
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No, for sure.
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I like the silver cord of divine binding. It looks like that owl feels safe being around you.
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Yes, she does.
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I pray that Bella will be alright. What a great photo and opportunity to see this creature up close in your home. More blessings to come!
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Yes, praying for that. Thank you Grace.
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Sad, your words, but appropriate for the situation.
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Thank you Ken.
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Wild life have a way of communicating with their eyes as well as our domestic animals. You have created a special bond with Bella and she knows it. Hopefully, she will pull thru this.
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Yes, praying for that.
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What an adventure! We will all hope Bella is soon good as WHO!
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Yes.
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I love this insight, “blind them
To the silver cord of divine binding
And like a row of stately dominoes,
If one creature falls, we all do.” And bless your tender heart as you reach out to ailing Bella–who obviously feels your love!
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Thank you.
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Praying for Bella. May she stay in the sanctuary of your space until she heals ❤
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Haven’t seen her since this morning but it’s a little early still.
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What a beautiful creature. I do hope she is ok. Your poem is one that resonates with me. We are all connected.
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Yes, we are. Thank you Ali.
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kaykuala
At least you tried Linda! It is just sad to think that solving one little problem may cause a disaster to nature’s blessings!
Hank
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Yes.
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If one creature falls we all do, so true. I am sorry to hear about your feathered friend. I will put an intention out there tonight for Bella’s safety.
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Thank you so very much.
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I’m clinging to the glimmer of hope in your poem and hoping dear Bella recovers.
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Yes, she’s here now. On my porch. Not bothering her but sending healing light and prayers. 🙏🏻❤️
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Until we all figure out, that, were all in this together, and do what we can, for our selves, as well as each other, this situation we find ourselves to be in, won’t ever, improve.
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Yes. I agree.
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Lovely verse, – the row of stately dominoes – is a terrific image. Best wishes for owl – (how lucky you are to have met this fantastic creature in your yard – she looks huge).
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I love your owl! Why are they trying to catch him. Let him keep visiting you!
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I think she’s sick Dwight. We believe it may be as a result of eating a poisoned rat. People don’t understand the consequences of using rat poison.
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That is too sad! Hopefully she can regain hers strength.
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I hope and pray that is the case.
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I have been following the story of Bella on FB, fascinating creatures Owls.
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Yes, they truly are. ❤️ Thank you Helen.
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Oh, beautiful words and beautiful owl.
My heart is worried for her. I am raising prayers!
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Thank you so much.
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A wonderful connection you have made with this beautiful creature. She obviously feels it too. I hope she will be ok.
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So do I. ❤️
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I pray for Bella to be alright, I hope she’s safe. 🙂
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Thank you. Sadly, Bella died. I wrote about it here: https://charmedchaos.com/2020/05/20/six-days-of-magic/
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Oh! I’m sorry for your loss, I’m sure both of you found a special friend in each other.
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Yes, we did. Thank you.
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🙂
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