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Red-Masked Parakeets
Exotic feral birds we areTransported from afarOur cage doors left ajarNo longer helplessWatch us cuddle in a treeHear us banter merrilyPeaking curiosityHelpless in our presence Ovi Poetry Challenge 46: HELPLESS by Ronovan I. J.’s Birds of the Week Invitation LXII
Belonging to Nature?
Microcosms of the universe;even in ashes or dustwe shall beone with nature.Yet…We are intruders.Destroyers of habitat,polluters of sky and sea.Determined to disturb nature’s balancefor our own gratification;to our own demise.We don’t belong. W3 Prompt #105: Wea’ve Written Weekly poet of the week, Destiny, prompts us to: “Compose a free verse poem of no more than 12Continue reading “Belonging to Nature?”
Pets and Kids
I love animals of all kinds. I have had pet chickens, rabbits, fish and various reptiles, but cats are my all time favorite. I have never owned a dog due to my unpredictable work schedule and travel. Dogs definitely require a lot of consistency, care and attention. So I love on the dogs of myContinue reading “Pets and Kids”
A Renga
Colleen challenges us this week to write a cooperative poem in the form of a renga. Colleen’s hokku: an empty atticthe sound of April showersthunderous rumblings My wakiku: spring river’s vigorous danceraindrops pelting down drum beats My hokku: seaweed washed ashoreretreating spring tide at dawnshells strewn across sand Colleen will add her wakiku in theContinue reading “A Renga”
Fritillary Butterflies
From mountains to seaI may find theeYour spots are quite neatAnd you have unique feet“Brush-footed,” they sayNo claws on displayWhat do I careAbout the which or whereTo see you alightIs a simple delight
Garden Paths
Peaceful garden strollFirst spring flowers awakenTo sounds of footfall Cee’s Which Way Challenge (CWWC)
Tricolored Heron
Native to coastal regions of the Americas and Caribbean islands. I. J.’s Birds of the Week Invitation LXI
Monologue
Captured by the folly of my inner monologue;Incessant chatter, often set on repeat.Oh, I’m aware of its presence.I desperately urge it to quiet down;Else, refocus my attention and attempt to ignore it.That works, temporarily…“Just let it go…,” say the mindfulness experts;Ha! Tell it to the entity residing in my head. W3 Prompt #104: Wea’ve Written WeeklyContinue reading “Monologue”
Sweet Betsy
I search through my wildflower photos anticipating a difficult time choosing which photo to use in my native spring flower post. Instead, I discover the difficulty is in finding a “native” wildflower. Little Sweet BetsyDemure natural treasureFragrant bloom displayed Colleen’s 24 Seasons Syllabic Poetry Challenge, No. 31, 4/23/24, Part I Cee’s Flower of the DayContinue reading “Sweet Betsy”
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