sara Etgen-Baker Poet Light Verse

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(sorry folks--The Spanish is not exactly correct because PS doesn't allow use of special characters--Sigh)

poem submitted to "1467" poetry contest, Brian Strands, sponsor, April 26, 2027

DIOS MIO--SAY WHAT?

Gus the parrot blasted into the treetops
like a feathered firecracker
with zero impulse control,
one eyebrow-feather lifted  
with a you-have-got-to-be-kidding attitude.  

He clicked his beak in judgment,  
ruffled plumage with a flair,  
then leaned in like a critic  
who’s unimpressed with the air.  

A twig snapped.
“!Dios mio… SAY WHAT?!” 

A cloud moved.
“!Dios mio… SAY WHAT?!” 

His eyes bulged, his crest shot up,
his whole body vibrating
like a tiny, outraged disco ball.

No one knew what he was reacting to.
Possibly nothing.
Possibly everything.

But there he was~
a neon blur of disbelief
shouting “!Dios mio… SAY WHAT?!” 
at the entire universe.

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S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri May 15, 2026 at 1:02 PM I was chking out POTDS and this was such and enjoyable fantastic one recognized , am super glad to read about this feisty sqwaking parrot the way you described. Kudos!

Paige Hind April 29, 2026 at 11:27 PM congrats belated on your POTD!! it has a lot of irony

Deb M April 27, 2026 at 4:13 AM Congratulations Sara on POTD for this really fun write! Debx

Line Gauthier April 26, 2026 at 5:43 PM Lovin' the humour here

Daniel Henry Rodgers April 26, 2026 at 9:15 AM Dear Sara, Congrats on POTD! Gus isn’t just a parrot he’s a personality explosion. What a comedic portrait of a parrot whose exaggerated disbelief becomes a mirror for our own reactions to the absurdity of existence. :) Blessings, Daniel

Brandy Nicole April 25, 2026 at 6:10 PM Reacting to nothing, maybe everything, but no one knew. Gus needs to enjoy nature, instead of making a fuss. : ) Such a fun write, Sara. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. : ) My best to you. Hugs, Brandy

Arlo Parker April 25, 2026 at 4:13 PM POTD selection...well wishes on a welcome effort. :o)) sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 5:02 PM thank you kindly, sir. appreciate your comments ... wishing you well

Paula Goldsmith April 25, 2026 at 10:13 AM Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your cute/fun "DIOS MIO--SAY WHAT?" write/story. Have a fun/blessed ~ day/weekend with your win............... sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 1:04 PM thanks for your congratulatory words, dearest Paul. Have a great day!

Christopher Delegans April 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM Very clever and funny, Sara. Congrats on POTD! sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 1:06 PM thanks for your kind words, Christopher...enjoy your weekend.

I Am Anaya April 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM Congratulations on POTD Sara! Best for its humor, He's a pet fit for most of us, hahaha! "you-have-got-to-be-kidding attitude" gotta fave. sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 1:05 PM awww, thanks Anaya! Glad you enjoyed the humor--color me grateful for your fav. wishing you well

JC Brul April 25, 2026 at 7:00 AM A delightful read. When I was a child my grandmom (who raised me) used to say that word, "Dios Mio...why did you do that?" Faving this. BIG CONGRATS on the honour of POTD^___^ JCB sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 1:05 PM thanks for sharing your story...what a coincidence. Thanks for your congratulatory words and the FAV....means a great deal to me. Wishing you well.

Judy Ball April 25, 2026 at 6:00 AM This is so cute. I could see the feathered little guy whizzing around the room shrieking . What would we do without our beloved pets. Great Stuff. God Bl;ess and congrats on POTD JB sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 6:14 AM thank you for your delightful comments, Judy. Grateful for your visit.

the barefoot bard April 25, 2026 at 1:48 AM sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 4:57 AM thank you!!.. appreciate your comments. I was surprised to see it was selected. the barefoot bard April 25, 2026 at 1:51 AM Good day Sara It's great to see at last a POTD with some humour Congrats Well done Blessings Douglas

Beryl Edmonds April 25, 2026 at 1:18 AM Congratulations Sara on having received Poem of the Day. Enjoyed the read… Beryl sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 4:59 AM thanks, dear Beryl. Grateful for your consistent support. Enjoy your day, hugs

Unseeking Seeker April 25, 2026 at 1:04 AM Hilarious nd yet thought provoking at the same time, congratulations on POTD, Sara sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 4:59 AM thank you, US...appreciate your kind words.

Karen Jones April 25, 2026 at 12:48 AM lol! Engaging and entertaining Sara! Congratulations on potd! sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 4:58 AM thank, dear Karen! hugs

Joe Maverick April 24, 2026 at 1:20 PM If he keeps on like this he might Well ' bl-ur-st...? A volitile Parrot on repeat Sara.' sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 4:58 AM your comments made me laugh...thanks, Joe, for visiting and commenting. Wishing you well.

Joseph P. DiMino April 24, 2026 at 11:47 AM Amazing poetry! You get a FAV! sara Etgen-Baker April 25, 2026 at 4:57 AM awww, thank you. appreciate your kindness and the FAV!