Migration Nears

First Migration

there are
no memories
of years gone
by or trusted
nectar lined
routes.
this migration 
journey
is your first
now taken 
without maps
or even a
ruby throat.
it’s just your
heart, the
humming of
your nearly
invisible,
ever-beating
wings, 
that flight plan
tucked in your
tiny head, 
and courage of 
an eagle
to take you
south


"The migration route most of them take involves a nonstop flight over the Gulf of Mexico of approximately 500 miles (~800 km). Depending on weather conditions, this journey may take between 18 – 22 hours. Considering that this hummingbird weighs as little as 3.40 to 3.80 g (0.12 to 0.13 oz) – or just about as much as a penny — this is an amazing accomplishment. In order to be able to meet the physical demands of this enormous task, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird nearly doubles its weight before its journey – from about 3.4 grams (0.12 oz) to over 6 grams (0.21 oz). However, once it reaches its destination, it will be starved and underweight, averaging only 2.5 grams (0.09 oz) – having lost more than half of its starting weight in a day." the beautyofbirds.com


For The Record, 
This day came in warm with much needed rain on the way.


All hands Begging for PEACE