Charles E. Burchfield (1893-1967), Cherry Tree in May, 1916; watercolor and pencil on paper, 14 x 10 inches; Image from the Burchfield Penney Archives
Charles E. Burchfield, Journals, May 6, 1916
Thursday, May 6, 2021
I never saw cherry bloom petals falling across the moon, but it would be a wonderful sight. Yesterday & today I heard & saw a yellow bird — I am thankful that the thrill was just as strong as in former springs.
Under willow at edge of Wade Park Pond in the rainy dusk — frogs were piping & swimming to & fro; bats in the air a big wind — The wind was wonderful & the first evening wind I have noticed this year.
Charles E. Burchfield, Journals, May 6, 1916