Acorn

As I was headed home, a squirrel
Passed me going south.
I noticed him because he had
An acorn in his mouth.

Since winter’s not approaching,
I am curious to know
If squirrels still amass a stash
For when supplies run low.

Or was that nut for dinner
From his daily market run?
Or a late addition to a meal
His family’d just begun?

I have no way to ascertain
What’s stored within his nest
So, like many other mysteries,
I’ll give this one a rest.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Gayagay Avatar
April 30, 2024 at 8:48 PM
Just came across this beautiful, playful poem. Love it!
Bayles Avatar
April 5, 2024 at 8:19 AM
Thanks for sharing this delightful poem. It is a wonderful portrayal of these wonderful creatures and a personification. A fav.
Rodgers Avatar
April 4, 2024 at 5:38 PM
Dear Ilene, your poem beautifully captures the curiosity and wonder sparked by a simple encounter with nature. The imagery of the squirrel with an acorn in its mouth prompts reflections on the intricacies of animal behavior and seasonal patterns. I loved your contemplation on the squirrel's intentions and the mysteries of nature resonates deeply. Sometimes, it's the unanswered questions that add to the beauty of the world around us. This was thoughtful and evocative piece. - Blessings, Daniel
Allison Avatar
April 4, 2024 at 1:07 PM
what a charming poem Ilene, perhaps it was a male squirrel going to take food to his lady love as she is looking after the baby squirrels - who knows! I love poems about squirrels as we do not have any on our little Island. Was it a red or grey squirrel I wonder? hugs Jan xx
Allison Avatar
April 4, 2024 at 1:35 PM
ooh i have never seen black ones! hugs jan xx
Bauer Avatar
April 4, 2024 at 1:25 PM
Hey Jan! Around here, we mostly have gray squirrels, with an occasional black one making an appearance. It always amuses me to see tourists taking pictures of them - I guess lots of places don’t have them.
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