Suzanne Delaney Poet Free verse

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This poem was recently published by Old Mountain Press.

Great Blue Heron

My feet are cold as they have always been 
since time began
and they are strong, and my legs are long
and suit my purpose.

I have a large sharp beak and I spear things, 
and then I’ve eaten, and I don’t do much really
I stand amid reflections.

I have large blue wings that enfold and carry  me, 
and it doesn’t seem like much — 
just standing here quiet and still 

but I’ve seen men gasp 
as if they caught a glimpse of heaven

I am the Great Blue Heron.

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Karen Jones August 11, 2026 at 2:52 PM Nicely done! I’ve never seen this bird in person have you? Suzanne Delaney August 13, 2026 at 6:41 PM I saw one in Florida. They are a beautiful blue.

James Marshall Goff August 11, 2026 at 1:52 PM Love it Suzanne! Suzanne Delaney August 13, 2026 at 6:50 PM My sincere thanks, James

Timothy Ray August 10, 2026 at 3:22 PM A simple observation holding such depth. I have sat many an hour in Mexico in one huge bird sanctuary, gazing forever at the multicolored friends. Yellows, blues, pinks, oranges, greens, all gathered where water affords them life in their seasonal habitat. Yes, my friend, I have glimpsed heaven, and who could ask for more? Not I. Suzanne Delaney August 13, 2026 at 6:45 PM You have loved. birds for as long as I have known you and that‘s a long time. Thanks for reading and sharing you memories.?.

Kim Rodrigues July 9, 2026 at 5:43 AM Very nice, Suzanne…stunning, the gasp Suzanne Delaney August 13, 2026 at 6:48 PM Thanks for your encouraging comment, Kim My muse seems to sleep until Autumn.