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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla 
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Reality A butterfly rested a fragile leaf, Wings of color beyond belief, Swaying in rapture a marvel of sight, Plucked, devoured, in just one bite. Near and watchful hunting on a branch, A tongue lashed out, an avalanche And stole precious life by sabotage, A chameleon in camouflage. When a bird swooped in a crafty catch, A wanted meal a cunning snatch, Ate the chameleon as a proper prey And I watched it all, today. But from my window just down below I spied a cat bellying low, Just inching up on the bird in feed, I pulled the shade to block the deed. Reality is a terminus watch And I'd say this called for a shot of scotch. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Sometimes reality calls for nothing less! I enjoyed this view of your day very much!  Denise |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Sy, I smiled all the way through this one to the final laugh. This was so delightful! No end to your talents Liz |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
Ahh Sy. What a wonderful look at reality. It can be such a cold and cunning thing. It is the pleasures in our lives (like passions) that make it easier to bare. Great writing Sir. |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Yeah, but - Sy.... Those little lizard things are soooooo abundant in Florida.... A guy could get downright intoxicated watching a show like that one..   [This message has been edited by Nan (edited 01-12-2000).] |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
And the hunter becomes the hunted...Love it. Great poem, Sy... Pour me a shot too, would ya? Michael |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Ah, the vicious cycle of life, Sy...and then a neighbor's dog came along to make short work of the cat..then the owner of the WOK YOUR DOG restaurant came by to take care of the dog....and then we came by for the early bird special....and then, of course, God came along............. |
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HelmutB Senior Member
since 2000-01-06
Posts 964Canada |
The circle of life is round without an end How long you circle well it all depends Depends how fast is the bird The cat pulling at his shirt (pictorially spoken) You always do so well dear Sir…Sy But I rather have a rye For I’m waiting for the cat To see if it is round and fat The ability to describe life with words is similar to painting a picture; both can be powerful tools. |
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devina Member Elite
since 1999-10-28
Posts 3539Cali |
LOL@Nan's picture, very cute...Sy- this poem was a must here, so true is the cycle of life..Liked this one much dear! Open arms can be the most fragile in the world... |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Have one for me too Sy |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Denise, A big thank you my dear *L* Elizabeth, If it made you smile and laugh, I am happy. Love Sy Marilyn, Thank you and I agree. Nan, Your welcome anytime, thanks for the pics. *L* Sy Michael, Your welcome to a shot and my thanks. Helmut, I prefer rye too but it didn't rhyme, thanks. Balladeer, Then it starts over again with the worms. Thanks Sy Devina, Thank you and your welcome dear. Hoot, If I have another I'll be drunk, Thanks *L* Sy |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Sy, you and Balladeer have me in stitches! hehehehehe  Denise |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
The circle of life is too complex, leaving me feeling sorry and vexed, but if I may join in your merry rhyme, I do it and toast with wine. Sunshine Look, then, into thine heart, and write ~~~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
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Rosemary J. Gwaltney Senior Member
since 1999-08-26
Posts 997northern mountains, Idaho |
This was a treat to read! Ah, reality! ... This took talent, to so carefully word the earthy pith of life, and lace it with hilarious humor at the same time! This, and all the funny comments gave us a good laugh! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This is delightful, Seymour! Well done! |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Denise, Enjoyed your comment, thanks. *L* Sy Sunshine, Wine is just fine. *L* Sy Rosemary,A beautiful comment, thank you. Suthern, Delightful is good, thank you. *L* Sy |
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