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A Tango On the Lake

A Tango on the Lake
When Hooded Grebe are wooing a mate Magic’s made in tangoes on the lake Lovebirds perform synchronised in tune Bewitched beneath a bedazzling moon. It’s a wonderful courtship display Where intricate movements come to play They rise above swaying cheek to cheek Afore spinning round in ecstasy. Stretching their necks as they pirouette Head wagging when dancing breast to breast In harmonious amorous moves That show they’re eager and in the groove. A theatrical exhibition Igniting the flame of their mission Tango danced in ardent fettle Worthy of winning a gold medal. It’s inspiring what Hooded Grebe do In a dance of devotion for two Lovebirds mysterious alchemy Procuring tango naturally.
30th October 2021
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Wolf Avatar
November 10, 2021 at 6:43 PM
Perhaps Marlon Brando and Maria Shneider studied the hooded grebe before filming 'The Last Tango' back in '72... although I don't recall any 'stretching of the necks.' A very entertaining AND educational write for me, Belle. Thank you! :) gw
Edmonds  Avatar
November 12, 2021 at 8:09 PM
Thank you Gershon very much, so pleased the poem let me entertain,you… Belle
Leffanta Avatar
October 30, 2021 at 11:40 AM
As bewildering as the hummingbird display or bucks going at it! All that energy wasted before they even get to the task! But enjoyed your poem!
Edmonds  Avatar
November 12, 2021 at 8:06 PM
Thank you Rico, I don’t think the energy is wasted at all, but then - women are from Venus, men are from Mars, it’s written in the stars… Belle
Logan Avatar
October 30, 2021 at 5:48 AM
While reading your great lines, I was struck with the image of men having to perform such a dance to attract a mate. LOL Silly, I know, but your details were so well written that I saw it happening.
Edmonds  Avatar
October 30, 2021 at 4:26 PM
Oh Jenna you have made me laugh, most of the men I know won’t dance after courtship never mind before. Thank you very much… Belle
Cunningham Avatar
October 30, 2021 at 1:01 AM
They are comical to see Belle, then again they'd find us comical too lol. Enjoy your weekend. Tom
Edmonds  Avatar
October 30, 2021 at 1:20 AM
Thank you Tom, enjoy your weekend too… Belle
Buhagiar Avatar
October 30, 2021 at 12:56 AM
May I have this dance, please? :)
Edmonds  Avatar
October 30, 2021 at 1:17 AM
You may :-)
Norton Avatar
October 30, 2021 at 12:15 AM
I love your way with words "Tango danced in ardent fettle-Worthy of winning a gold medal." Worthy indeed. Take care, Bryan
Edmonds  Avatar
October 30, 2021 at 12:26 AM
Thank you very much Bryan, that’s so appreciated. Take care too… Belle
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