Bunyip
Bunyip
Old Bunyip lurked in the billabong
He had a calf like face
Had the body of a seal
strong magic in this place
Native fishermen caught small Bunyip
One thought to carry it home
Dream time legend says
Mother came riding a wall of water
So baby wouldn’t be alone
Now water swirled round his feet
He looked at the girl beside him
Saw a black bird so sweet
Black swans the tribe abide in
Stay away from the billabong……..Aboriginal waterhole
Bad magic there resides
Don’t be a foolish plurry nong
Black swans there be your guide
Copyright © Don Johnson | Year Posted 2011
Post Comments
Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem.
Please
Login
to post a comment