A Magical Moment

It is snowing and the world outside is beautiful! Yesterday I heard a bird-thump on the window glass, and when I looked outside, there was a hummingbird laying in the snow. Right away, I went outside and picked it up.... it rested in my hand for just a moment, then flew away to a nearby branch. After a few moments, it shook itself off and flew away in search of food. I never imagined I would have an opportunity to actually hold one of these magical creatures, what a wonderful reward for all of the care I take in keeping their feeders filled (and thawing them on frosty mornings).