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Climbing the irregular hillside where the air was hot, In the middle of the montane forest, The atmosphere was tropical and so too hot. I started my climb hoping for better fresh air, When suddenly I saw the most beautiful bird, Flying towards the upper branches of rainbow eucalyptus. It was not a small bird and was so colourful, Solid bright blue color for its wings And tail with split eye ring and bluish-white bill. Its wings occasionally display a red tinge. I was told that it is one of the most beautiful Birds called Blue Bird of Paradise, and I’m sure It must have descended from above with bliss. Suddenly it hung upside down, wondering why. It did not sing but uttered a soft buzzing noise. Slowly it fanned its feathers, an attraction to another bird. Soon I realized this was his way to start to mate. Silently I tiptoed down the hill and hoped He’ll be successful in his lovemaking.

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Date: 2/1/2023 1:17:00 PM
haha. I like the ending. So cute, Victor.
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Date: 1/31/2023 1:17:00 PM
Beautiful poem, beautiful bird.
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Date: 1/31/2023 12:07:00 PM
Love this, Victor. Lovely poetry: this link will take you to Jan Peerce singing "Blue Bird of Happiness" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GLpGjhr0Xo&ab_channel=EdmundStAustell
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Date: 1/31/2023 12:03:00 PM
I love this Victor. hugs :)
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Date: 1/31/2023 10:41:00 AM
Beautiful verse you walked me threw to see a stunning bird. Blessings friend
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Date: 1/31/2023 9:53:00 AM
Yours is a very descriptive and informative poem, Victor. The blue bird of Paradise is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful birds. ~ I'd not mind some of that 'hot air' you mention...these past days it's been too cols for me here! ~ Regards // paul
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Date: 1/31/2023 9:07:00 AM
A beautiful poem for the beautiful bird-of-paradise Victor, would love to see one… Belle
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Date: 1/31/2023 8:14:00 AM
Love yor bluebird theme my friend. Have to catch up on your Poetry Victor...
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Date: 1/31/2023 5:02:00 AM
Stunning as the bird itself, Victor:)
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Date: 1/31/2023 2:46:00 AM
Beautiful bird, amazing to see. God bless you with love, Gina
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Date: 1/31/2023 12:16:00 AM
They are so pleasing to the eye with their stunning colours. Tom
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Date: 1/30/2023 9:17:00 PM
Love how you relate this gem of a poem, to us all Victor. Never seen the 'Blue bird of paradise. would love to. Harry
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Date: 1/30/2023 8:43:00 PM
What a lucid and meticulous description of the blue bird of paradise! I have seen this bird in Planet Earth. An eye catching view especially when one invites its mate by spreading its colorful plumes. Really enjoyed this poem, dear Victor!
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Date: 1/30/2023 6:40:00 PM
It's so nice to read about this exotic, beautiful bird, of which I was previously unaware. A delightful poem, and I love the picture, too. :)
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Date: 1/30/2023 6:27:00 PM
l am not a fan of Free Verse, but this a lovely Victor.
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Date: 1/30/2023 12:44:00 PM
Beautiful bird and beautiful poem, Victor. Much enjoyed.
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Date: 1/30/2023 11:53:00 AM
Now that is care for the other species in nature. I enjoyed reading this one. If for a contest, it reads like a good contender to me. Way to go. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. I will have to look up Bird of Paradise. I bought a canon lily that was called bird of paradise, but it was disappointing according to the picture that they used representing it. Sara
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Date: 1/30/2023 11:41:00 AM
you are an observant wonderful poet Victor, you don't miss much that makes you a great one
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Date: 1/30/2023 9:49:00 AM
I have a deep love for birds. They are my primary subject as a visual artist. So, Victor, i’m so happy i came by to begin my day reading this lovely, very visual poem of yours. Hugs! Thank you!
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Date: 1/30/2023 7:50:00 AM
A wonderful story Victor, Very nicely penned
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Date: 1/30/2023 7:20:00 AM
Victor, this is a lovely poem with a lot of aesthetically pleasing nuances, and it also conveys some really emotional thoughts.
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Date: 1/30/2023 6:58:00 AM
- A beautiful bird ... wish I had seen it - Beautiful poem, Victor :) - hugs
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