An Eagle and a Goose

As metaphors go, this one is a gem,
A tale of an eagle and goose
Engaged in behavior we cannot condemn;
Their nature allows no excuse.

It happened in Canada, witnesses say;
The eagle (a bald one) attacked
And those who observed this amazing display
Were so shocked they could barely react.

For the Canada goose, who was feisty and brave,
Fought for twenty long minutes and won,
Since the eagle decided he might as well cave
When he realized that he’d been outdone.

The political world must have chuckled a bit
(Well, I’m sure all Canadians did),
Though Republicans, lacking in virtue and wit,
Will, retweeting this story, forbid.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Allison Avatar
March 27, 2025 at 10:07 AM
You sure made me smile - I wont bother looking at the 'truth' channel or whatever Trumpety calls it - only another 3 yrs 9 months to suffer this moronic man who is hell bent on earth domination hugs Jan xx
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