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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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Mountain Quail When I went outside, I found, Quail were calling all around. I couldn't see their crested heads. They hid within the flower beds. I watched and waited for I knew Very soon, they'd come in view. A covey of the boldest ran, Plump bodies marked in brown and tan, Into some shrubbery and they All settled there, to scratch away And peck at what their work revealed. As long as I remained concealed, They went about their daily need Of gathering their share of seed. Then when I moved, they flew away, But periodically, all day, I heard their cries and saw them back, Still looking for another snack! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Quail are adorable and this poem does them justice. I had one in my yard a year or so ago. He was out of his territory and I worried about him until he disappeared again. He was very tame. Love, Joyce |
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Beasley Senior Member
since 2003-11-28
Posts 682Cheboygan,MI USA |
This is another of your wonderfully constructed poems that I truly admire. love, BArb |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Joyce: We didn't have quail around here until about three years ago and suddenly there are all kinds of them. We are higher in the mountain range than they normally hang out in, I think. Thanks for commenting. Love Betty Lou P. S. I mailed your book today. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Barb: Thanks for your nice remarks. It is always nice to read what you have to say! I mailed your book today! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hi Betty Lou Thank you for painting another wonderful picture with your words. Quails are cute little birds. When I was younger we used to have some brown quails in our aviary. Take care.........Sue I am in motion |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Sue: Thanks for replying. I wasn't aware that you had quail in Australia. I know there are many different kinds of them. Glad you have seen them and know what they are. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Betty Lou, We have them here in Arizona. They bring such joy. Nice write.  If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Larry: I'm glad you get to enjoy the quail too! They are a joy to have around! Thanks. Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Isobel Senior Member
since 2004-01-17
Posts 529Qld, Australia |
Dear Betty Lou You have quite a variety of bird species where you live. It is so wonderful that you can 'view' their comings and goings. A lovely poem. Thank you for sharing this one with us all. Love Isobel ox |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Isobel: Nice to see your comment and hope it means your computer is fixed! I do enjoy the wuail as well as the many other birds we have. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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