"bravo Brock"

Into the midst of the hen flock 
Brock my brown leghorn flying cock
Mediterranean breading stock
Flew off the roost to dock

When  barnbyard dust settled you see
Hens begin cackling with glee
As soon as was able to see
That rooster was handsomely he

As marsupial much alarmed
As brown leghorn spurs fully armed
Being exposed to the great charmed
The hens flapped their wings thus informed

Opossum tucked babes in her pouch
Her most inner juvenile  couch 
Plain to see that my Brock’s no slouch
Awesome spurs would surely mean ouch!!

Legitimately now has he 
A very large harem you see
There are many chick yet to be
As shall many opossums flee

Many red tail hawks on the wind
But my red rooster will defend
His harem band of lady friends
Every day again and again

At danger he will never baulk
`Tis cackle, cackle, cackle, squawk 
`Tis the brown leghorn rooster talk
Cock of the squawk barnyard boardwalk

3-3-2010
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Brumley Avatar
November 21, 2010 at 3:57 PM
There's nothing quite like having a rooster and hens around the house, for me it's one of the memories of childhood and golden times of yesteryear that I miss. Congrats on making the first rounds John.
White Avatar
March 22, 2010 at 1:23 PM
Great poem- my friend has 2 red tail hawks that live close, and guess who is afraid for his life when they fly near? My pit bull lol Congrats John
Sweetheart Avatar
March 21, 2010 at 9:02 AM
Congrats Moses on your winning poem and placement in the chicken contest.. an extension of your writing gifts and qualities ..enjoy your special victory for a well deserved win..luv.. "Sweetheart"
Dietrich Avatar
March 20, 2010 at 10:53 AM
Very cute tribute to Armao Rock star. Congratulations! andrea
Richards Avatar
March 20, 2010 at 10:12 AM
You did such a great job on your barnyard tale!! Congratulations on this marvelous win, John!! sounds as if he was the Cock of the Walk!! Love, Carrie
Devonshire Avatar
March 20, 2010 at 7:59 AM
You know how much I enjoyed this poem, John, and I'm glad it is in the winners' circle. Congratulations! Love, Carolyn
Belt Avatar
March 20, 2010 at 6:48 AM
Nice.....Congrats....Larry
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March 20, 2010 at 5:22 AM
Congratulations, Moses, on your success in my contest. Cackle, cackle, squawk...those leghorns are beautiful roosters. I love this story about this BRAVE ROO! Thank you for entering. Smiles, Dane Ann
Kendrick Avatar
March 7, 2010 at 10:54 AM
Wishing you much success in the contest with this write that should be in the winner's circle. Keep the creative pen flowing. Sara
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March 4, 2010 at 11:30 AM
enjoyed reading today, lovely
Brown Avatar
March 4, 2010 at 3:35 AM
I am so happy your poetry is among the poetry I am reading this morning John. A perfect start to my day. I wish you a day full of love and inspiration. Love,Carol
Smith Avatar
March 3, 2010 at 9:29 PM
What a finely written tale. Keep up the good work. Ellen
Devonshire Avatar
March 3, 2010 at 4:21 PM
Oh, I love this tale about the handsome, brave rooster taking on the other animals to protect his hens. Very nicely written, John. Quite a delight to read! Love, Carolyn (I chose tow rite about a rooster, too, but he wasn't as "admired" as yours! Good luck in the contest, my friend.)
Sweetheart Avatar
March 3, 2010 at 12:22 PM
OMG Moses in the barnyard spreads his talents well ... this is so cute and funny and very well rhymed each verse.. a rousing tale of chicken fame and glory.. good luck in the contest.. I think u may have already read my entry..Foghorn Leghorn... being a city girl.. I had to really think hard to find a fitting subject... DOO DAH...luv.. "Sweetheart"
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