A Crimson Tiding

You come unbidden,
My crimson-feathered friend.
Your sudden, loud knocking at my window,
Catches me unawares.
Yet, immediately, I rush to greet you,
For your visits are unexpected and rare,
Though you time them impeccably, as I’ve come to know.
Whenever I’ve reached the end of my tether or despaired,
You’ve magically appeared.

Patiently, you perch on the nearby tree branch for a moment,
Until you’ve ascertained that you have my undivided attention;
Without a doubt, you are a faithful messenger who is heaven-sent.
Your brilliant beauty strikes such awe,
And your presence fills me with immeasurable comfort.
The divine message in your greeting,
Resounds unmistakably when you’re here—
That through faith and hope,
I will always find direction and healing.