Leo Larry Amadore Poet Free verse

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I Saw a Grackle

Today, I saw a grackle
(fam. Icteridae) -- a common sight --
braving the wind atop a post
among parked (and moving) cars.

Feathers ruffled in the gusty air,
it was not spooked
by movement, engine noise,
or human presence.

It seemed to me to make a show
of avian bravado; but, in truth,
it could not ever know
what mischief might be wrought,
purposely or not, upon such creatures
by other creatures (such as us.)

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Richard Evans May 19, 2018 at 2:41 AM So so aesthetic. There is an imagist feel to this poem. Very nice.

Jan Allison May 9, 2017 at 2:46 PM Great rhyme leo. I've had to Google grackle as it is not a species native to the UK. From what I read it is a predator to other small birds and nests so I did like how you made it the potential prey of some humans:-) hugs Jan xx

Emile Pinet May 5, 2017 at 1:21 PM Very well written with strong hidden emotions and great flow. Your use of images and language adds to the charm and the depth of this work. I liked the poem as a good read, it has a very relatable human quality to it that's easily recognizable. Emile. #7 Leo Larry Amadore May 5, 2017 at 3:38 PM Thank you, Emile.