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..........NOT

For the Birds

The dawn has come; the birds outside
have gathered, seemingly to chide
me, chirping loudly in the trees.
They’re telling all they’re bird friends, “She’s
been staying in as if to hide!”

And sure enough, they haven’t lied.
A part of me feels like I’ve died
and vanished on a passing breeze.
The dawn has come.

I never used to think that I’d
be one to not enjoy the ride
when there’s so much of life to seize!
Beside my window, not at ease,
I watch those early birds now glide. . .
The dawn has come!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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A  Avatar
November 24, 2015 at 3:53 AM
Andrea, Congratulations on your wonderful win. LUV **SKAT**
Kimathi Avatar
November 24, 2015 at 1:00 AM
Congrats for your WIN in the Birds Contest, Andrea! ;-)
Fisher Avatar
November 23, 2015 at 8:04 PM
I can relate to this...wonderful write that I thought would have flown higher on the winner's list.
A. Sharma Avatar
November 22, 2015 at 11:04 PM
Congrats on ur wonderful winning work Andrea!
Lawless Avatar
November 22, 2015 at 3:39 PM
...ever wonder if the birds wake up feeling that way??? Nice take on the theme with a tricky form.
Kayode Avatar
November 22, 2015 at 11:04 AM
Congrats on the win Andrea,have a lovely week ahead...hugs
Nau Avatar
November 6, 2015 at 12:58 PM
Ahh the life of a poet or at least the night owl...however do we face the morn! SO WELL DONE. Love the snap shots, that you introduced more than image but sounds of birds & morning. We also feel that breeze. Punctuation was well considered. Love your wit!
Maverick Avatar
November 6, 2015 at 12:21 PM
You must have been really tired when you penned this one Andrea..' very homely write though.
Godwin Avatar
November 5, 2015 at 6:55 PM
Very pretty and moving, Andrea ... CayCay
Kendrick Avatar
November 5, 2015 at 5:18 PM
Ahh!!! Very expressive and emotive work..Well done..Thanks for the visit to my page..Seven layer fudge iced cake is to die for for sure..Sara
Haight Avatar
November 4, 2015 at 8:09 PM
Wonderfully expressed through the form and metaphor, Andrea. All the best for the contest. Hugs, Sandra
Raha Avatar
November 4, 2015 at 12:13 PM
Just beautiful!!!The meaning of this poem is what stands out aside from the obvious mention of birds,loved this to bits Andrea.
Walker Avatar
November 3, 2015 at 3:07 PM
You were never one to enjoy the early rising of a bird. I remember Saturdays with you laying in bed while I was up cleaning around you. But there is another meaning here, I can't believe that you still don't grab life by the horns and give it all you have, you certainly give so much to yours poems.
Austin Avatar
November 3, 2015 at 11:21 AM
Yes. I wondered what all the racket was about. I too am a window person who enjoys a nap more than a brisk walk outdoors. The birds have it. This world is for the birds. Hardy harr, harr. Love, daver
Anish Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 8:10 PM
I love birds myself, too! I was dating someone for a number of years who did not like birds - maybe she had a bad incident with them as a kid. We have since parted ways. I like this poem and hope you take a look at my latest. Peace & Love Matthew Anish
Inman Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 3:41 PM
Poignant write.
Melugin Avatar
November 1, 2015 at 9:08 AM
Great creation, Andrea! The dawn has come! 7 Love, chuck
Trifiatis Avatar
November 1, 2015 at 1:38 AM
Masterfully created poem in form and content with a profound meaning! Great work, dear Andrea! A seven
Watkins Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 10:55 PM
You match wonderfully simple descriptions of everyday life with fine technical control. I am always impressed with your work.
Lawless Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 10:48 PM
nice little metaphor woven into the nesting birds awakening.
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