Crow

winter afternoon...
ebony crow perches, preens,
like it owns the place,
pecking into a bread crust...
unregal lord of its realm
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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November 22, 2024 at 11:20 AM
Hi Jim, they certainly rule the roost.
Healey Avatar
November 22, 2024 at 2:50 PM
They certainly do! Especially when there is a crowd of them (I think the collective noun phrase is a “murder of crows”!). Take care John.
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November 18, 2024 at 9:33 PM
Cool last line. Unregal indeed!
Healey Avatar
November 19, 2024 at 9:13 AM
Thank you, Andrea. (Not sure if "unregal" is an actual word, but there you go!)
Ashley Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Dear Jim, your vivid imagery brings the crow to vibrant life upon the poetic page. Wonderful last line! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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November 19, 2024 at 9:14 AM
Thank you, Susan, for your kind words. I appreciate it. Cheers from Canada. Jim
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November 18, 2024 at 5:16 PM
Nice one, Jim!
Healey Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 5:48 PM
Thank you, Kim.
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