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Music/Poems/Movies/Videos about Bluebirds (Part 3)Also see Videos Related to Bluebirding Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2003 15:40:58 -0400 A Bluebird Season From: "Wendell Long" mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com I awoke again this morning Since I am up anyway Is anyone suffering from If I don't post I go into withdrawal If I am not careful Bluebird posting addiction Wendell From: Wendell Long mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com Burdett the name Wendell Long Waynesville, Ohio Former Poet From: Bet Zimmerman ezdz"at"charter.net Saw this posted on Nature Nets Bluebirding Forum. LOOKING FOR THAT FLASH OF BLUE I stand here at my window The maple trees are yellow. The cardinals chase each other The doves just walk in circles. A hawk is in the distance. I see the deer go walking. The bluejays raid the feeder, Acrobatic nuthatches The juncos bring their cousins Where are those little bluebirds? Lorraine Mastalski 11/7/03 From: KCBSP"at"aol.com When browsing ebay one day I noted a new Disney video that featured bluebirds. The tape is called Spring Fever. It features a character named Stanley who also has his own little show on the Disney Channel. Stanley is presented as a little boy who loves nature and wildlife and the show is geared towards preschoolers. Did anybody happen to see this tape or show and what was the content on bluebirds about? I'm just curious to know. KKathy Clark, New Cumberland, PA From: Crystal Hill, cjhill"at"earthlink.net My son watches this show all the time, he wanted to help put up a bird box for them and attract them to his yard, his dad helped him build his own box and they came to the yard, it has been a while so I forget all the details. It was really neat. Crystal cjhill"at"earthlink.net From: Kate Arnold, bbnestbox"at"1starnet.com Several people on this list have mentioned seeing this film, so I kept looking for it on TV or in a theater, but was not able to see it. However, on Saturday my husband and I went out of town and stopped at a Best Buy. In their TV section I caught a couple of sequences of this film, which reminded me of it again, so I went to their DVD section. There it was, so I bought it, and watched it that night--it was great, and the photography is stunning. So if you haven't seen it, Best Buy is a source. It would make a great gift for a bird lover or a treat for yourself. To those who mentioned it on this list earlier--Thanks!! Kate Arnold Paris, TX 100 mi NE of Dallas 33.6853N 95.6293W From: EHDerry"at"aol.com, EHDerry"AT"aol.com Judy Lockport, NY [Note from webmaster: it is also available for rental by netflix.com members, and for sale at Walmart for $17.76] From: Bet Zimmerman, ezdz"at"charter.net I finally watched Winged Migration. I was procastinating because I thought, as much as I love birds, that it would be boring to watch them flying around for 1.5 hours. However, it was really something. Incredible photography, interspersed with surprising events that made it interesting. Very depressing to watch the hunting part, and the part with the crabs was nightmare material. No bluebirds in it though. Bet from CT From: birdperson"AT"juno.com For those who couldn't get enough of the film, Winged Migration, there is now a book about it, and just in time for the holidays. It is called (of all things...) Winged Migration, by Jacques Perrin and Jean-Francois Mongibeaux, published by Chronicle, 272 pages, $50. Here's what the Chicago Tribune's staff reporter Patrick T. Reardon recently had to say about it: "The photographs of birds in flight, many in amazing close-up, are as astonishing on the pages of this book as they were on the Cineplex screen earlier this year in the Oscar-nominated documentary of the same name. In the movie, the scenes of birds soaring over an African coastline, or dancing in the snow of a Japanese island, are presented with minimal narration. By contrast, the book provides a wealth of text, maps and graphics, including the story of how the filmmakers achieved those eye-popping close-ups by training some 30 species of geese, ducks, swans and other birds not to fear humans. They did this by, essentially, serving as foster parents for hundreds of individuals, starting even before they had hatched from their eggs." This sounds like an interesting, if not compelling read, and a wonderful gift for those hard-to-buy-for Bird People on your list. ... Leslie Borns From: Wendell Long, mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com Friends, I think the bluebird was feeling blue this morning and the loneliness of the empty nest never seemed so painful. She was singing a Julie Miller song--one which I had never heard her sing before this early in the harsh winter seasons of the Ohio cold. She sat high atop the Eastern White Pine and sang for a long time before departing for the back woods near the Caesar Creek Gorge. The song she chose was from the Broken Things CD. The lyrics cling still in my warped mind and shallow memory and go something like this: "You can have my heart though it isn't new You can have my heart if you don't mind broken things As she flew away, her mate suddenly appeared and perched where she had been atop the pine. He watched her go and knew he had not the power to fix a broken heart. He hoped she might overhear Merle singing--"If we make it through December we'll be in a warmer place come summer time." Then he gave one last look and headed North toward Home. Wendell Long Waynesville, OH From: KCBSP"at"aol.com Kathy Clark, New Cumberland, PA From: Costanza B. Phillips, cbp6"at"cornell.edu Hello, As some of you may or may not know, the bluebird video tapes in question were produced by the North Carolina Bluebird Society using live footage from The Birdhouse Network's (TBN) Nest Box Cams. TBN not only runs this list serve and manages the Bluebird-L Reference Guide, but we also operate the very popular Nest Box Cams. Each year we struggle (literally) to keep the cams afloat and to provide new cam species for educational and viewing purposes. Last year, we managed to highlight 7 nesting attempts of bluebirds, two Carolina Chickadee attempts, one Western Bluebird, we tried for Ospreys on the nest, and a first ever glimpse of Prothonotary Warblers in the nest box. All of these cams take a lot of time and money, all of which come out of the meager TBN budget and my time. Last year we began offering the tapes to anyone pledging a donation of $20 or more. We will continue to offer the videos the same way this year. These donated dollars help to provide much-needed equipment to some of the cam sites. Since a lot of the equipment is housed outside, it suffers far more abuse and therefore needs to be constantly replaced. If you are interested in obtaining the video "Bluebirds Inside the Nest Box", please consider donating money to the Nest Box Cam fund at http://www.birds.cornell.edu/birdhouse/signupcam.html Not only will you receive the beautiful video, you will help to sustain a good cause. Thank you for your generosity, Tina Phillips The Birdhouse Network Cornell Lab of Ornithology cbp6"at"cornell.edu 607-254-2482 www.birds.cornell.edu/birdhouse From: Bet Zimmerman, ezdz"at"charter.net http://trox11.tripod.com/native/song.htm - talks about a native american woman dying ~ 1810, and "a huge flock of bluebirds came to the area and flew over her resting place." Also says had worn a bluebird wing in her hair when she got married (not sure the bluebird donor appreciated that....) Don't know if you've ever seen this or if it's a real legend--you have to be skeptical of what's on the web... Bet from CT From: mrtony8"at"mchsi.com You all my know of this little guy, but I was only introduced this afternoon. His name is Stanley Griff, and he teaches kids things about nature in a manner in which they understand. One of his tapes is called Stanley-Spring Fever, and on it he uses a 30 minute segment to tell the story of the bluebird, what they are, their history, how they got to the low numbers they once were, and what we can do to help him come back. Although I have not seen it yet, I ordered a VHS tape from Amazon.com to use as a teaching tool for the young set. Often when we speak to kids, the youngest don't give us their full attention. I show the tape Inside The Nest Box, but it is a bit over the heads of 5-8 year olds. Hopefully this will add another tool for our kit. Stanley may be seen on the Disney Channel at 8:30 AM Eastern Time this coming Friday explaining the bluebird story if anyone wants to make their own tape. I only found this out after ordering my own. Phil Berry Gulf Breeze, Florida NABS Director From: Wendell Long, mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com My hope was beginning to rise Wendell Long Waynesville, Ohio PS: Beware, be forewarned and remain alert lest one should steal your bluebird! From: Evelyn Cooper, emcooper"at"bayou.com For those of you that have viewed our new website and may have heard the beautiful song that is played on the pictures page the lyrics are below: THE BLUEBIRD SONG Dedicated to Evelyn Cooper Bluebird, sing your precious song (Chorus) When our lives
are sad and filled with fear, Bluebird,
love your family true. Bluebird,
teach your children well Bluebird
soon must fly away Words and Music by Kenny Kleinpeter C 2004 Kleinpeter Music I am so honored (and misty eyed too) that LBBS member and Webmaster, Martin landlord, musician and songwriter, dedicated this beautiful music to me. Kenny has his first pair of Blues as of a few weeks now and his story in our March newsletter confirms how these beautiful little creatures can steal your heart away. The day she laid the first egg, he wrote me that he is now a true, blue bluebirder. :<) I thought Wendell especially would like this. Evelyn Cooper Delhi, LA Member NABS Louisiana Bayou Bluebird Society Affiliate of NABS www.labayoubluebirdsociety.org ...He told me he was going to put the song on his next CD which would be out this fall. Evelyn From: Paula, PaulaZ"at"columbus.rr.com St.
Patrick's Day's white in the midwest Well, actually they are deciding between the two... ... Paula Z Powell (Central) Ohio From: Haleya Priest, mablue"at"gis.net Haleya Priest Amherst MA There are the days when there under the sun tall Bur-dett smiles
and laughs and has his fun. From: khussie"at"localnet.com] Stanley's "earth day" project was to build bluebird houses to save the bluebird. Hopefully the show sparked some interest into parents and kids. However, they didn't mention anything about monitoring responsibilities, so most likely people who are interested will end up putting HOSP boxes up. Too much focus on habitat destruction- not enough on species competition. Wouldn't be PC I guess. Kieran Glenside, PA (10 min NW of Philly) From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com] When I was a kid and shot and killed a bluebird, From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com]
A Softer Blue Now She was so beautifully blue Wendell Long From: Bet Zimmerman I've added in Kenny's poetic description of the bluebird's song at http://www.sialis.org/goopy.htm. In a timely tribute "Vote's in: "Over the Rainbow" top movie song" By David Germain The Associated Press LOS ANGELES - There's no song like "Over the Rainbow." Kansas farm girl Dorothy Gale's wistful ditty in "The Wizard of Oz" led the American Film Institute's list of 100 best movie songs yesterday, followed by "As Time Goes By" from "Casablanca" at No. 2 and the title tune from "Singin' in the Rain" at No. 3. "Over the Rainbow," sung by Judy Garland in the 1939 musical fantasy, was picked as the top song in U.S. cinema in voting by about 1,500 actors, filmmakers, writers, critics and others in Hollywood. "That deserves it. It's one of the great, great songs. Judy Garland, the emotion in that song; it gives me chills whenever I hear it," said Burt Bacharach, who was represented on the list for co-writing "Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head" (No. 23) from "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" (No. 79) from "Arthur." ... From: Paula [mailto:PaulaZ"at"columbus.rr.com] Nesting season is winding down. I just read Keith's excellent post about HOSP's nesting everywhere and it seemed to have a strange little lilt to it and it inspired the following little poem. I think if Wendell helps me illustrate this, we might have ourselves a children's book.... HOUSE SPARROW BEST NEST Would they, could they They would, they could Would they, could they They would, they could Would they, could they They would, they could Would they, could they They would, they could House Sparrows will nest here or there. Paula Z From: Elizabeth Zimmerman [mailto:ezdz"at"charter.net] Sent: Monday, September 06, 2004 10:26 AM Subject: Quotes related to bluebirds Since it's a slow bluebird day, you might want to take a stroll down memory lane and check out my collection so far of bluebird-related quotes. For those who do newsletters, it might be fun to use one on each edition. They date from 1722-2004…. More to come, additions welcome! http://www.sialis.org/quotes.htm Bet from CT From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com] Friends, While I was hanging out near an open window today listening to the bluebirds song of the season, my friend the grasshopper decided to join me. I had already eaten lunch so I left him free for the bluebirds to enjoy. But of course I had my shooter handy and snapped his picture as he sat in the sun this pretty day. If a fan of the grasshopper is feeling the burning desire for a world-class Hopper shot, I will be more than happy to send an email attachment. Just let me know. I don't expect him to visit again this season. Or if you prefer, click this link to see him: http://img78.photobucket.com/albums/v283/MrSimple/?action=view¤t=GHop.jpg As far as other cavity nesters are concerned, I have been after the Pileated in the old Oak tree but have had neither luck nor timing right in order to capture his moment in time. Meanwhile the bluebird continues to sing his song this season of the year. I can hear him now as I write: "Oh, it's a long, long while from May to December, Wendell Long Waynesville, OH From: Burnham, Barbara [mailto:Barbara.Burnham"at"zzz.zzz] This is not an advertisement. I purchased an amateur video called "Bluebirds in the Suburbs" (for about $30 or so I think) by DGPearse 4497 Woodstream Drive Columbus, OH 43230-5128 (614) 478 5004 He videotaped the nestbox from inside his home, through one-way glass 24x7 for an entire summer (3 broods), plus some footage inside a mealworm feeder. He edited this down to several hours of the most fascinating video I have ever seen. Realize it is AMATEUR video, not National Geographic, but it really gives an up close and personal view of things we would never see otherwise. There is only printed narrative, so you have to read along as you watch the video. All sounds are from the actual nestbox. Some things I learned: The young actually "present" the fecal sacs after being fed. Both parents share many of the duties. Both parents will eat the egg shells. The female "grooms" the babies. The female sometimes seeks out and removes blowfly larvae from the bottom of the nest, doing a "tremble thrust" to shake them out. The female bluebird as she lays an egg, expells her breath so much it fogs the glass. See how the incubating female reacts to an evening thunderstorm, or a neighborhood party with loud music. See what happens when a male house sparrow pays a visit. Young from the earlier brood also visit the nest of a later brood. Watch the young fledge from the inside of the box, and the one who stayed behind for one more night alone. I could go on and on... It's quite a different view from the overhead nestbox cams, and extremely informative. Barbara Burnham Ellicott City, MD From: Elizabeth Zimmerman [mailto:ezdz"at"charter.net] I always wondered how bluebirds kept the nestbox so clean - how the parents could get all the fecal sacs from underneath the nestlings. Turns out they don't get deposited underneath the nestling. The "Bluebirds the Nestbox" video shows that as soon as each baby is fed, it wiggles around and sticks its rump up way in the air so the adult can grab the fecal sac. Bet ("Bluebirds Inside the Nestbox" by the North Carolina Bluebird Society. From actual nestbox cam footage. 15 minutes. Available for a $20 donation to Cornell Nestbox Cams http://birds.cornell.edu/birdhouse/nestboxcam/helpsupport.html - this is the video where people expressed concern about the last segment where they show speedy installation of a nestbox sans predator guard.) From: PTom [mailto:ptom"at"austin.rr.com] Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 1:36 PM Subject: "Blues in the Heart of Texas" 'Just want to share with you a note I sent to Cher this morning. Her entry was selected as the slogan for the 2006 North American Bluebird Convention which will be held in Kerrville TX, April 27 - 30, 2006. To Cher, The Bluebird Nut ... Congratulations! Your entry - "Blues in the Heart of Texas" - was selected at the 3rd Annual Convention of the Texas Bluebird Society to be the slogan of the NABS 2006 Convention which we will host in Kerrville TX, April 27 - 30, 2006. Since we corralled enough entries and lassoed a name, we're giving you a holler! "Blues in the Heart of Texas" is an original slogan that is fun and creative. And, it will attract all nature enthusiasts! Who wouldn't be attracted with your song? We LOVE it! The stars at night, are big and bright, The sweet perfume, of springtime blooms Pauline Tom From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com] Friends, I felt such a measure of gratitude Mr Simple From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com] Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2005 3:22 PM Subject: Kentucky Bluebird Keith Whitley--Kentucky Bluebird. "Blown down the highway by different winds. Wendell Long From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com] Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2005 2:02 AM Subject: Just One More Shot! It won't be long now until Bluebird Season 2005 Please report they sang with great joy and ease Wendell Long From: Burnham, Barbara [mailto:Barbara.Burnham"at"zzz.zzz] Tyler, [In response to a question about a box with a plexiglass back that attaches to a window] May I instead recommend this video? It is filmed by an amateur, 24x7 through an entire summer (3 broods) and edited down to the most fascinating and educational video on bluebirds I have ever seen. Not National Geographic quality, and no narrative, only the actual sounds heard inside the nestbox (and a feeder). A booklet describes the activities. He used one-way glass, and switched out the glass for frequent cleaning. He captured video of the female bluebird building and forming the nest cup, laying an egg, eggs hatching and both parents eating eggshells, the female doing "tremble thrust" to remove blowfly, fledging, etc. How the female on the nest reacts to a thunderstorm, or a loud neighborhood night-time party, and even a visit by a male house sparrow. Of course there are the constant baby feedings, and removal of fecal sacs; it shocked me to know that the bluebird parents sometimes ... well I don't want to spoil the suspense for you. "Bluebirds in the Suburbs" Barbara Burnham From: Burnham, Barbara [mailto:Barbara.Burnham"at"zzz.zzz] Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2005 7:25 AM Subject: RE: Nature View Window Bird House Several people have inquired about the video "Bluebirds in the Suburbs". From: Burnham, Barbara [mailto:Barbara.Burnham"at"zzz.zzz] Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2005 7:29 AM Subject: "Bluebirds in the Suburbs" video FYI I received the following email today from DGPearse re "Bluebirds in the Suburbs" videotape. For those interested, please contact him directly: DGPearse dgpearse"at"insight.rr.com Ms. Burnham- From: Burnham, Barbara [mailto:Barbara.Burnham"at"zzz.zzz] Sent: Friday, February 18, 2005 8:45 AM Subject: RE: "Bluebirds in the Suburbs" video From: EHDerry"at"aol.com [mailto:EHDerry"at"aol.com] Barbara: Have you seen this video, and if so, can you give me a report
as to the quality for showing to new bluebirders? Yes, I own a copy, and have shared it with others who are really interested. It is a fascinating look inside the nestbox, like you were in there--activities you could never witness as monitors. But the subject is not monitoring and new bluebirders need different information. It is long, and sometimes boring until something interesting happens. There is no narrative or music, only the sounds inside the nestbox, with a guidebook of explanations. You could note on the tape what you want to show, and fast-forward to that, but you might lose audience attention. For entertaining, educating, or encouraging new bluebirders, there are other videos more appropriate (and much shorter). Two that I have are: "Bluebirds Inside the Nestbox" (free with a $20 donation to the Nest Box Cams at http://birds.cornell.edu/birdhouse/ "Bluebird Basics" Donald and Lillian Stokes There are others I do not have that Bet has listed on her web site: However, for new bluebirders, I strongly recommend (or gift) "The Bluebird Monitor's Guide to Bluebirds and Other Small Cavity Nesters" by Jack Griggs, Cynthia Berger, which can be purchased very inexpensively now. More importantly, the information can easily be referenced as needed. I keep on hand several copies of that book to give away or re-sell to anyone who shows an interest. You might have a stack of them available for resale. Barbara Burnham From: Elizabeth Zimmerman [mailto:ezdz"at"charter.net] The bluebird videos I have heard of, or those that Chris on the Bluebirding
Forum listed, are found below. I have #1 which I really like (nice and short,
suitable for kids too), and #2 (a little good footage, but pretty 1. "Bluebirds Inside the Nestbox" by the North Carolina Bluebird
Society. 2. "Bluebird Basics" by Don and Lillian Stokes, available from NABs 3. "Bluebirds in the Suburbs" by DG Pearse. $24 (includes shipping). DG Pearse, 4497 Woodstream Drive Columbus, OH 43230-5128 (614) 478 5004 4. "Jewels of Blue: the Story of the Eastern Bluebird." 1988. Boz Metzdorf, videographer. Birdseye View Productions 1761 Country Road H, Deer Park, Wisconsin 54007 (715) 248-7459. 30 minutes. 5. "Bluebird Trails: How to Start and Maintain a Bluebird Trail." 1989. 6. "Backyard Blues." 1991. Birdseye View Productions. 47 minutes. From: Dean Sheldon [mailto:seedbed"at"accnorwalk.com] In my opinion, Don and Lillian have done an excellent job with both video and print in telling the basic story of bluebirding in a simple and direct manner. The VIDEO: Bluebird Basics is very straight forward and easy to comprehend. I find it to be an excellent introduction [it is only 15 minutes in length] to any talk to a novice group interested in getting started with bluebirding. It allows the speaker to amplify on various aspects of the material presented in the video. In that regard, it is a good starting point to any presentation. The BOOK: The Bluebird Book is, in my opinion, as good as anything I have ever seen or read covering all of the basic elements of bluebirding. It is especially good in the treatment of other avian species competing with bluebirds for nestboxes. I covers almost all aspects of trail management. It is a MUST for beginning bluebirders. Its simplicity is what makes it such a valuable tool The Bluebird Monitor's Guide [Berger, Kridler, Griggs] takes the reader
one step further into monitoring and the detailed management of bluebird
nestboxes and trails. It should be in every bluebirder's library. It
was jointly sponsored by the Cornell Lab and NABS. It is just an excellent
piece of work with input from bluebirders everywhere. From: PTom [mailto:ptom"at"austin.rr.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2005 1:49 PM Subject: "Bluebirds, Inside The Nestbox" - DVD / NABS Convention "Bluebirds, Inside The Nestbox" (run time 15 minutes) may be purchased
online directly from The North Carolina Bluebird Society as a VHS tape or
a DVD. North Carolina Bluebird Society is host to the NABS Convention in Asheville, May 19 - 22. Their website has details and a registration form. Visit www.NABS2006.com for information on the NABS Convention in Kerrville, TX, April 27 - 30, 2006! Pauline Tom From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com] Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2005 1:08 PM Subject: SnoMad about SnoTail Friends, ... http://photobucket.com/albums/v283/MrSimple/?action=view¤t=BBSnoTail.jpg PS: Bluebird sing now: Wendell Long From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com] Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2005 6:26 PM Subject: BluTale Here he is another day Mar10. Showed up about 5 min before punch out "It's going to take some time this time The birds on the telephone line But it's going to take some time this time And I can't make demands But like the young trees in the wintertime I'll learn how to bend After all the tears we've spent Wendell From: Bet Zimmerman [mailto:ezdz"at"charter.net] Keith & Sandy Kridler wrote: "Newbie's": I personally HATE that term! It Should be "Friends I don't know yet!" When a simple question hits the list EVERYONE believes SOMEONE else will Oh Keith, that's so funny that you wrote that, as I was thinking exactly the Anyway, here's what I tried, even though it doesn't work.... May I never get so jaded Bet from CT From: Cher [mailto:BluebirdNut"at"a-znet.com] Sent: Friday, April 15, 2005 10:07 AM Subject: Re: poets and New Friends on this list Ok, I'll bite . . . If you're looking for an answer For Bluebirds are our passion But please don't be disheartened We don't intend to frighten you Cher From: Olson, Janice K [mailto:Janice.Olson"at"landsend.com] Cher - LOL at your poem; it's beautiful. Just needs a title: "When Feathers Fly". [Another one by Cher, posted on the Garden Web bluebirding forum] Posted by: BlueBars (My Page) on Tue, May 17, 05 at 8:01 It must be this one from July 2003, posted by Cheryl (resist): Cheryl (resist) From: Larry A Broadbent [mailto:rockets"at"mnsi.net] Deal List members, From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com] Sent: Friday, July 22, 2005 1:46 PM Subject: Bluebird Sound When she spoke in the woods, her voice was in such perfect harmony with From: Bruce Burdett [mailto:blueburd"at"verizon.net] Sent: Friday, July 29, 2005 11:13 AM Subject: Old pome I just now stumbled upon a poem which I wrote to Dean Sheldon THE EABL EATS The MEWO is a tasty worm. Bruce Burdett, Poet Laureate of Sunapee, NH, From: Paula [mailto:PaulaZ"at"columbus.rr.com] Sent: Monday, August 01, 2005 1:14 AM Subject: Re: Old pome Bruce, I love your poem. It appeals to my silly side. Thank you also for teaching Paula Z From: Paula [mailto:PaulaZ"at"columbus.rr.com] Sent: Monday, August 01, 2005 1:56 PM Subject: Re: Old Pome Here is a second possible verse for Bruce's most wonderful poem: A fuzzy caterpillar's a luscious treat. Now if we can get John Schuster or another musician to put a little jingle to Bruce's poem, we'd have the best kids' song ever. Some of the moms wouldn't care for it, but the kids would love it - well the little boys any way.. Paula Z From: Bet Zimmerman [mailto:ezdz"at"charter.net] Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2005 11:01 AM Subject: RE: Old pome http://www.sialis.org/children.htm Great minds think alike - it's on there already with a dancing worm graphic, and a note: "Bruce I told Bruce that my husband and I do sing and dance to it. It's got a very catchy rhythm. (More evidence that bluebirding can make you whacked.) Bet from CT From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2005 5:48 PM Subject: bluebird group ... From: KCBSP"at"aol.com [mailto:KCBSP"at"aol.com] I received this email and it is a real episode, has anyone else seen it? Somebody should tape this episode just because. From: Bet Zimmerman [mailto:ezdz"at"charter.net] Sent: Friday, March 10, 2006 12:10 PM Subject: Lassie and Bluebirds Kathy posted about a Lassie episode involving bluebirds. Here's what I found on the unofficial Lassie website at http://www.flyingdreams.org/tv/lassie/lassie09.htm "Project Bluebirds" (03/24/63): Also found some interesting stuff about a CIA "Project Bluebird" on mind control - not sure whether it is just conspiracy theory stuff (http://www.wanttoknow.info/bluebird10pg ) "BLUEBIRD was approved by the CIA director on April 20, 1950. In August 1951, the Project was renamed ARTICHOKE. BLUEBIRD and ARTICHOKE included a great deal of work on the creation of amnesia, hypnotic couriers, and the Manchurian Candidate. ARTICHOKE documents prove that hypnotic couriers functioned effectively in real-life simulations conducted by the CIA in the early 1950's. The degree to which such individuals were used in actual operations is still classified." Gotta love (and be careful about) the Internet! Bet from CT From: Paula [mailto:PaulaZ"at"columbus.rr.com] Sent: Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:14 AM Subject: Re: K Bluebird Nest Box for reducing House Sparrows Rob, I share your skepticism because it would seem to me that HOSP are very And for fun, just to illustrate their amazing adaptability, here is a little poem I wrote last year: HOUSE SPARROW BEST NEST Would they, could they They would, they could Would they, could they They would, they could Would they, could they They would, they could Would they, could they They would, they could Would they, could they They would, they could House Sparrows will nest here or there. Paula Ziebarth From: Cher [mailto:bluelist"at"localnet.com] Sent: Thursday, September 07, 2006 8:32 AM Subject: I think it's time . . . for a reprint of the poem I posted in 2005 If you're looking for an answer For Bluebirds are our passion But please don't be disheartened We don't intend to frighten you Cher ~ Finger Lakes region, NY State From: Wendell Long [mailto:mrsimple33"at"go-concepts.com] Hunting Season I awoke to learn my dream would not come true for the kid's bb gun had painted red--feathers once so beautifully blue. From: Mary Beth Roen [mailto:mbroen"at"hotmail.com] Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 11:16 AM Subject: Bird Poem Hi all, There are so many talented people on this list who write so eloquently. (Thanks Paula, for the beautiful poem). I wish I had such talent. Someone sent me this poem and I thought I would share it with the group. Maybe we can have some happy thoughts with this: Listen (RealAudio) | How to listen Poem: "Why I Need the Birds" by Lisel Mueller, from Alive Together: New and Selected Poems. © Louisiana State University Press. Reprinted with permission. (buy now) Mary Roen, River Falls, WI From: Bruce Burdett [mailto:blueburd"at"verizon.net]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 11:54 AM Subject: Re: Bird Poem Mary Beth,
Thank you for the Lisel Mueller poem about the birds. I think it's very fine. I read it aloud several times, and then I had the good fortune to find it read aloud via Yahoo, read by none other than Garrison Kiellor, who reads poems - and anything else - perfectly. His readings are just about as perfect as the bird pictures of Wendell Long.
Bruce Burdett SW NH
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