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V-FORMATION

V-FORMATION
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In the distance I hear the familiar ‘honking’ of geese who were up early continuing their migration south for the winter. I watch them, mesmerized with their smooth glide and V-formation. The geese have a pride about them, as if they were well aware of their own magnificence.
nomadic geese fly
migration's ancient call, loud
instinct guides them on

geese take to the air
honking loudly, they depart
summer's warm farewell

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Joe Dimino Date: 9/15/2025 3:18:00 PM Same with college students, leaving their summer party quarters. Lots of honking, hooting and hollering. Oh, to be young again. Yes, spiritual connection, instinct goes deeper than man nor beast imagines. Deep write. Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/15/2025 5:58:00 PM I appreciate the metaphor/comparison. Oh, yes, to be young again...sigh. Appreciate your visit and insightful words. thank you

Line Gauthier Date: 9/15/2025 2:05:00 PM lovely tribute ~ sure sign of autumn Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/15/2025 5:58:00 PM thank you...indeed autumn is arriving whether I want it to or not :-)

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 9/15/2025 5:09:00 AM - They flew past in V - formation this weekend ... is a great sight :) - But, also a little sad :) - Lovely poem, Sara :) - hugs Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/15/2025 5:57:00 PM I agree, Anne-Lise. Seeing the geese is breathtaking. But their migration signals something on the inside. And, like you, I feel twinges of sadness.