A Single Shell

An egg’s hatched.
The eagle swoops in search,
For quarry to carry in its pick.

The shell cracks; emerges outwards slowly the chicks.
They shuffle tenderly with cautious steps and flicks.
The eagle smiles post a quick survey.

Finds one shell for both prey;
Flies away.


Poetry Form - Trois Par Huit
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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K. Avatar
June 1, 2010 at 2:30 AM
Hi Nitesh :) enjoyed reading this poem of yours--it definitely sheds a different light on the eagle--love how you said that it smiles ;) enjoy your day! :)
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May 29, 2010 at 11:27 AM
Nice poetry, enjoyed the form. I really have not ran across this form. Enjoyed,..p..d
Mehta Avatar
May 28, 2010 at 8:42 PM
A very interesting entry. Good luck
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May 28, 2010 at 9:26 AM
I enjoyed the story of the swooping eagle, Nitesh, and you made great use of the form as well. Best wishes in the contest! Love, Carolyn
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