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Written 9 January 2026 for Pick a Line Poetry Contest of Hilo Poet

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If you are a Bird


                                                     If you`re a bird, so cute and bright,
                                                        A flash of blue in morning light,
                                                       I am a bird, with feathers brown,
                                                       Scanning the rivers up and down.

                                                       If you`re a bird, that sings all day,
                                                       A joyful tune, happens what may,
                                                         I am a bird, that responds back,
                                                   With charming calls, on winding track.

                                                       If you`re a bird, that builds a nest,
                                                 With twigs and moss, a feathered breast,
                                                          I am a bird, that gathers grass,
	                                                Soft downy fluff, long rime to last.	

                                                         If you`re a bird, that soars so high,
                                                              Across the scenic shining sky,
                                                           I am a bird, that feels the breeze,
                                                      Dreams of clouds and whispering trees.

                                                            If you`re a bird, that flies so free,
                                                              Across land and over the sea,
                                                             I am a bird, that longs to roam
                                                            And find a place to call it home.

                                                           If you`re a bird, that finds a mate,
                                                           A loving friend to share your fate,
                                                                I am a bird, that seeks a call,
                                                                A gentle echo, to stand tall.

                                                            If you`re a bird, that defies rain,
                                                          Searches the sun, and sings again,
                                                           I am a bird, that braves the storm,
                                                     Hopes for blue skies and keeps my form.
	
                                                           If you`re a bird with sparkling heart,
                                                                A smart player in nature's art,
                                                                 I am a bird, just like you are,
                                                                  Saluted by the shining star.
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Dietrich Avatar
January 11, 2026 at 10:56 PM
Wow. Great work with the extended bird metaphor.
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January 13, 2026 at 11:19 PM
Thank you so much for appreciating the above poem.
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