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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee 
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In recent days of fighting the new breed Of bugs and creepy crawly things We commenced to screening the back porch Going broke on the citronella torch New patio furniture to relax upon We sat there swatting gnats and moths Fresh tea and lemonade became pools For flying insects on a holiday cruise Like the seekers of the spirit They bombarded the porch light,falling in our dinner In which the mosquitos would stand and toast All over our bodies, their gracefull host So we went to Lowes and began the task Of screening the meeting place of the pestering mass To our dismay, we had a guest Unknown to us, there was a nest Upon inspection, and to our surprise There were three to total, hidden from sight A robin's nest, a wren as well A dove had made hers first, to tell Tiny hatchlings in the eaves Inside the porch of our insect retreat There she was, not happy with us Hey this is my home, you pesky nut! The wren also, had a few notes to add Keep away from my eggs, or I'll peck your head The robin played hurt, with wing of lame Leading us away from her 5 blue eggs So with heart, and compassion too My husband and I knew what we had to do We finished half of the porch today And left the guests an open doorway We'll watch the hatchlings gain in strength As they learn to fly and try their wings Just when you think you have a home You find out, it's not just your own I feel blessed, that they found peace On our back porch, among the eaves And surprisingly enough, I might add The bugs have diminished, as dinner for the guests! So they've more than enough, paid for their stay I don't look forward to check out day! [This message has been edited by rwood (edited 04-30-2000).] |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Dear Regina; This is a fantasic poem! How wonderful a story and so cleverly written! Those mommies will have plenty to feed their babies, thus reducing the bug population! You put it all together so beautifully. Check-out day will be a sad one. I feel so cheered by this lovely poetic tale. You are so talented! Love, Ellie< !signature--> 02 [This message has been edited by ellie LeJeune (edited 04-30-2000).] |
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Jester59701 Member
since 2000-02-29
Posts 154 |
Hi Regina, It sounds like your place is the place to be at Easter time. I sure enjoyed this poem. I guess sometimes we forget that we co-exist, you have a pleasant way of reminding us of that. |
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deleeme Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766NEW ENGLAND, USA |
Regina, You delight us as you unfold your experiences-both of your misfortunes because of the insect infestations, and of the detoured delights of your feathered friends. This was a very delightful read--thank you for sharing your experience in this lovely poem. David "Our Creativity points to a Higher Creator--we couldn't have just happened, and for what ability we may possess--to God be the glory." -dlw- |
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son of man Member
since 2000-04-25
Posts 125 |
what a wonderful poem! i love how you made such great poetry out of such a simple experience in life. amazing how you shared it! great work! be sure to check out my new poem "exalted" if you get a chance, i wrote it for you and the others. |
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Alle'cram Senior Member
since 2000-02-28
Posts 1816Texas |
What a wonderful poem. You could have been standing under my carport as you described this scene. One of our "family things with the grandkids", is watching over these nests. Last year we had a close up view as a nest was made in a hanging fern basket. I love how you captured this in poem. Marcy ps: especially like the title, "Holiday Inn"! If you had thrown a few stray dogs in the verse then you would have my number.{smile} [This message has been edited by Alle'cram (edited 05-02-2000).] |
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BSC
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since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919New York, USA |
Hey Regina. I loved this....sounds so much like my house. The birds, bugs, bees and their babies.... this was great. Bonnie |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Regina what a story you tell. You made me laugh at your host of bugs. It is wonderful to see how we actually share with the wildlife and don't realize it. We had a bird build her nest on our overhang. It's over our porch and she built her nest right there on the beam, not hidden from view. It was from the other birds, but not from us. It was a treasure to be able to be so close when those babies hatched, and could see them sticking their little heads out, mouths wide open waiting for mom and food. Thank for bringing that wonderful memory back to me, I was sad to see them go too. <*\\\>< Our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are, but we are responsible for who we become. |
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