Ilene Bauer Poet Rhyme

Cold Day At the Zoo

The ring-tailed lemurs swished their stripes;
The tortoises perambled.
Rhinoceroses munched on hay;
The seals caroused and gamboled.

A winter day with snow on tap
Was perfect for the zoo.
The humans seemed to stay away
So visitors were few.

The cobra swayed from side to side;
The dart frogs were exquisite.
A cold and dismal afternoon’s
The time I love to visit.

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Gail Debole February 24, 2015 at 5:13 PM This is a good one! Makes me want to visit the zoo. Like the imagery.

Andrea Dietrich February 23, 2015 at 11:45 PM ahh, I bet it is so nice to see them that way without so many around. Really liked seeing this one, Ilene.

Robert Johnson February 22, 2015 at 1:52 PM I never have been one for crowds. They just get in the way. :) It's nice to hear you were allowed on such a wintry day. Thanks for taking us along. Peace. :)

Kim Merryman February 21, 2015 at 8:38 PM A delightful write, Ilene! I especially like your wording of the first stanza! Great poem. Love, Kim

Leo Larry Amadore February 21, 2015 at 5:34 PM Most people would stay awake on such days, but those who brave the elements have their reward in being able to observe the animals without being jostled or hurried. Very nicely done.