For the Birds

“For the birds” is an idiom describing something as useless, meaningless, or only believed by the gullible. It is often used with the modifier strictly.

The phrase was coined in the U.S. military during World War II. The original phrase included a swear word, talking about birds pecking at horse manure for seeds.

(from Grammarist)

Interesting to learn about this phrase, but I mean the opposite. I am grateful for the birds in chorus as spring arrives more fully and so very welcome by winter-weary folks like me. There are robins, cardinals, sparrows, mourning doves and more. They sing and converse.

There are regular eagle sightings as well, including this one just a few blocks from our house last week. 

My ears hear. My eyes see. My heart is touched. Energy builds. Awe is revealed. The birds beckon and I pause to listen. 

What beckons you today? Pause and find out. Step outside. Step into a new frame of mind. Step into your own calming breath. 

Find meaning and usefulness. Be vulnerable. Keep listening. Strictly bountiful.