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Quail is is my favorite part of the trail One side is bordered by a splash of yellow desert marigolds And drops down to a willow-shaded arroyo e other is a sun-dried hill With a lone sycamore sentinel and a white sage bush Two quail have paused with me ey stand at one side, looking across Are they wondering if they should leave e cool known shelter behind them For the unexplored bright ridge beyond? Do they hear the frog behind Signaling that there are no predators near? Are they reaching for the scent of the coyote Who sometimes stands at the top of the hill Searching for a quail-sized breakfast? Maybe these are our own calculations Every day, every month, every turn of the trail Deciding to stay with the familiar Or strike out for the adventurous Weighing one versus the other Today the quail rush across, taking the risk But I move straight ahead, skirting between the old and the new My decision le for another day ~ Kathy Hull, (914) 953-7288 Our Book Club selection for Jan. 14 is Tiny Blessings by Fern Michaels. Here is a brief description from Amazon.com: "#1 New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels — one of the most beloved storytellers of our time — is joined by bestselling authors Carolyn Brown and Stacy Finz in a life- affirming, uplifting anthology of sweetly romantic stories about family, love, new beginnings, and the everyday blessings that bring delight to life. It's the little things — a small kindness, a chance meeting, a rediscovered connection — that bring lasting joy in this heartwarming anthology featuring three New York Times bestselling authors. "Tiny Blessings by Fern Michaels: Substitute teacher Emma Swan is making a new life for herself in charming Pink Pearl Cove, and maybe her handsome neighbor Nash Kendrick will be part of it. But who could anticipate the chaos brought by four darling dachshund puppies or the joy of love at first sight? "Dogwood Season by Carolyn Brown: No matter how different Clara Delaney and her twin Sophia may be, they're both loyal to the beloved grandmother who raised them at her Dogwood Inn in Palestine, Texas. For Mama Lizzy's sake, they've each agreed to a double wedding at the Inn. But as the day draws near amid squabbles and surprises, they may discover how deep the bonds of sisterhood go. "Cowboy True by Stacy Finz: Just when Jace Dalton has the life he's always wanted — a thriving family and a successful ranch — his ex shows up demanding joint custody of their boys. Jace's wife is the only mother his sons have known. But maybe there's a way forward through the turmoil, if they can hold fast to love and forgiveness." Our meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 9:30 am in the RCN, Room #3. All of our book selections are recommended by book club members. Someone volunteers to lead the discussion about the book we have chosen for the month. For more information about the Four Seasons Book Club or to get on our mailing list, please contact me at michelesrosen@gmail.com. ~ Micki Rosen FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | JANUARY 2025 41 Birding CLUB Book Club Photo by Linda Miller