The bird was forlorn as he searched for his flock
as so many of us search for connection
yet true contentment lies within
We search outside which brings frustration
for real satisfaction comes from our own attitude
sit silently and know genuine gratitude
aroused 
Some birds do like to hunt by themselves. But… yes inner peace can make it easier to be in a crowd. I think that could also be called having ‘confidence’? 🙂
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self-worth or self-assured … being complete within, knowing that we are all one 🙂
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This is quite a thought… we always search for what will satisfy outside of us but it’s always inside we need.
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always Simon, once we understand that we become more focused on self-development and drop the external clutter and distractions ….
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Nothing like connecting with self and for that one needs solitude.
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absolutely and that must be near impossible with kids 😦
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Thankfully, I am able to find time Kate. 😊
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oh then you are a very skilful mother, well done Punam 🙂
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The poem and the photo delighted me.
Best wishes
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love this Kate, you spoke to my heart
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thanks so much Gina … your heart is so open 🙂
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no, the credit goes to your deep understanding of the intricacies of human nature
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too sweet, thank you!
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Yes so true and being thankful and grateful is the reality. Lovely poem of being forlorn
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This is one of my favs…your poem and your photo!
Yes, you are so right!
I marvel at how some people think everyone else is responsible for meeting their emotional needs, making them happy, etc., when we must do that for ourselves! It’s all about our innards! 😉 🙂
HUGS!!! 🙂
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well said Carolyn, you have a way with words … that’s why I hang out for your rare and special posts 🙂
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True that solitude brings peace and inner comfort.
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Grow genuine gratitude, indeed! This is very truly said. We must stop looking for external connections. The picture is so serene.
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“Real satisfaction comes from our own attitude” – yes yes yes!!
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Kate, I had the same thought while looking at Egret recently on my trip to Florida.You have penned it so beautifully.
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What a perfect shot Kate.i love it…and the use of the bird to articulate youe thoughts on finding real satisfaction is just brilliant..
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Truth, for sure! Wonderful, Kate!
This photo and poem pairing gives me goosebumps (no bird pun intended). I am just in such awe of such a majestic bird AND the comparison to us as human-beans…we all need to belong and to feel like we have support and companionship….but we, also, must have contentment within ourselves and enjoy our own company.
Now I am thinking of birds of a feather flocking together… 🙂
HUGS!!! 🙂
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Ah yes, so true, the inner search is more powerful, integrating, and true
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Powerful words these are. Nicely written 🙂
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I was going to say how can that bird be forlorn – he’s got sun, water and his shadow and reflection for company, however, I think that until can’t expect others to love you until you love yourself. I do like outside connections though.
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