Every spring I hear the thrush singingin the glowing woodshe is only passing through. His voice is deep, then he lifts it until it seemsto fall from the sky. I am thrilled. I am grateful. Then, by the end of morning, he's gone, nothing but silenceout of the treewhere he rested for a night. And this I find acceptable. Not enough is a poor life. But too much is, well, too much. Imagine Verdi or Mahlerevery day, all day. It would exhaust anyone. .Mary Oliver
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The thrush is a member of the thrush family, which includes over 70 species. Most members of this family are insect eater, but the thrushes are omnivorous. Many species of thrushes are migratory, meaning they live in areas with mild winters and move to warmer areas during summer. Thrushes are also known for their beautiful songs, which they sing throughout the year. The thrush's song is similar to larks but has a deeper tone.The thrush family is named after the bird, the cuckoo, which is known for laying eggs in other birds' nests.
Source: A Thousand Mornings
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