I Saw a Grackle

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Today, I saw a grackle (fam. Icteridae) -- a common sight -- braving the wind atop a post among parked (and moving) cars. Feathers ruffled in the gusty air, it was not spooked by movement, engine noise, or human presence. It seemed to me to make a show of avian bravado; but, in truth, it could not ever know what mischief might be wrought, purposely or not, upon such creatures by other creatures (such as us.)

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Ricky Muse

Date: 5/19/2018 2:41:00 AM

So so aesthetic. There is an imagist feel to this poem. Very nice.

Jan Allison

Date: 5/9/2017 2:46:00 PM

Great rhyme leo. I've had to Google grackle as it is not a species native to the UK. From what I read it is a predator to other small birds and nests so I did like how you made it the potential prey of some humans:-) hugs Jan xx

Emile Pinet

Date: 5/5/2017 1:21:00 PM

Very well written with strong hidden emotions and great flow. Your use of images and language adds to the charm and the depth of this work. I liked the poem as a good read, it has a very relatable human quality to it that's easily recognizable. Emile. #7

Leo Larry Amadore
Date: 5/5/2017 3:38:00 PM

Thank you, Emile.