Monday, February 28, 2011

Soul Food #79



I know why the caged bird sings.
Maya Angelou (1928 - )

I hope you love Maya Angelou as much as I do:)
Do you also love birds and nests and eggs and cages..as I do?
Treasures..
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28 comments:

  1. Yvonne @ StoneGableFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Exquisite pictures, as always!
    xo Yvonne

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  2. pamFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    I love all things birdie!

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  3. Deana SidneyFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    One of my favorite things isn't a treasured antique. It's a bird's nest! Years ago a friend told me to put dog hair out on the lawn in spring because the birds would use it for their nests. With a St Bernard, I had enough for a flock. Sure enough, that July I found a perfect tiny nest made of tiny twigs and dog hair! It was so beautiful and must have been so warm and cosy for the eggs and then chicks. I have it nestled in a crystal ashtray... best use for it!
    Lovely thoughts and words.

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  4. Flavia GalassoFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Love it!!! <3

    hugs, Flavia

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  5. Sam Hoffer / My Carolina KitchenFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Maya Angelou is such a wise person. As always, your photos are stunning Monique.
    Sam

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  6. Africantapestry and MyfrenchkitchenFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    I used to read some of her books when we lived in the US, but unfortunately not since. I still have one littel book of hers...I'll go dig it out. But only by looking at your photos here, already brings the serenity that she tries to spread. Lovely Monique!
    Bisous
    Ronelle

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  7. a quiet lifeFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    i am big into nesting these days :)

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  8. Kathy WalkerFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Lovely photos for reminding me of Maya's works.

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  9. jabrebFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    It's been so warm here that the birds have started to build their nests early...saw two Mockingbirds fluttering about yesterday - they certainly work hard to build a cradle for their soon-to-be nursery. Such delights they give me!
    Beautiful pictures, Monique. Love the Cactus blooms.

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  10. donna bakerFebruary 28, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Monique, I am a bird nut. When I was very small, I would climb the tallest trees, to see nests/and or raid them for an egg. I didn't know any better then. I feed birds today and have a mean ol male amazon parrot, but I love him anyway.

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  11. Cooking GalleryFebruary 28, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    I love your vintage style of photography. Your photos always look so romantic...:)!

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  12. LucyFebruary 28, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    I came across the work of Maya Angelou in an English class and definitely admire it. Her poems are so full of meaning and every word carefully chosen.

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  13. La Table De NanaFebruary 28, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    I too put hair out for birds nests:)

    It must look great in the crystal ashtray..I have my mom's old crystal ashtrays..

    No birds nesting here yet..but I hear more songs these past mornings..

    Donna your parrot sounds like a character:)

    One Christmas.. when the season was over and we took the tree down and put it by the curb.. maybe 5 yrs ago..a nest was in it:) I was cozied thinking it had spent Christmas with us..i too..took it back in and saved it.
    Have lovely evening~

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  14. jabrebFebruary 28, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Did you know that Folk Lore says if you find a nest in your Christmas tree, you will have "good luck"....hope it came true!!

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  15. La Table De NanaFebruary 28, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Judy I bet it did..I need to find another..Love that note..thank you..so sweet!

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  16. AnhFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    oh beautiful! I think you will like my photos of bird cages from hanoi! Will post that someday, for you! :)

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  17. CathyFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Thank you for a beautiful post, Monique. Ms. Angelou's word are always inspiring.

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  18. Fresh Local and BestFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    I love Maya Angelou, she has so much wisdom. These are beautiful images related to birds.

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  19. MarysolMarch 1, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Monique, my very first sale at the shop was a pretty little birdcage. And I've regretted selling it to this day.
    I think I'd faint if I found one like yours, with a birdie perched on top. So very pretty!

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  20. DianneMarch 1, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    I love birds nest ~ they are made with so much love and dedication ~ your beautiful little nest in the pictures is so...sweet.
    xx
    "All Things French"

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  21. LindaMarch 1, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    You make me think of Spring...it will be here soon!
    The birdies are already singing like crazy in the morning and flying in in droves...
    I am done with this winter for sure!

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  22. Mari @ Once Upon a PlateMarch 2, 2011 at 12:51 AM

    C'est beau... and it was a SUNNY, bright day here... what could be better... except for coming here and seeing your reminder that Spring is just around the corner??! Bless you, dear Magical M! xoxo

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  23. Marie RaynerMarch 2, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    Love it all Monique, love it all! Thanks for sharing as always, in your unique beautiful way. xxoo

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  24. Kathy @ Sweet Up-North Mornings...March 3, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    Yes....
    Kathy.

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  25. SavoringTime in the KitchenMarch 3, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    :-)))

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  26. 2 StewsMarch 4, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    I love birds, as well. My flying friends :-) I had a dove sitting on a bush by my front door yesterday morning. I stood and he sat as we both just watched one another. It was a wonderful way to start my day, as is your lovely post.

    Thanks.

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  27. La Table De NanaMarch 4, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    So many birds here today too.. they are coming out for spring.. finches.. hundreds of another small bird..don't know their names..need binoculars this year..too cute they are..puffy little chests..sweet sweet..

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  28. PCovi March 15, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Our boy just named our new puppy Maya. I like to say it :) It isn't easy for a southerner, honest.

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