Courtship

I watched a sparrow on the ground With an insistent tweet. Another bird flew over, Bringing her a bite to eat. This ritual repeated, With some crumbs from beak to beak. I Googled this behavior and I learned I’d had a peek At a fine display of courtship, Not so different from our own. Without the wine and tablecloths, A seed had still been sown. I guess it’s universal - When it comes to pitching woo, The sharing of a meal is what Most couples tend to do.