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Imminent Danger

Pesky squirrels have come out to frolic Their elders keeping a wary eye on Feral cats perching on the redwood fence To pounce upon the unsuspecting young With sharp talons extended razor sharp While their elders chatter warning signals The younger ones prance through the fresh-mown grass Ignoring the ever-present danger They could dash up the huge sycamore tree Into the safety of their birthing nest The unheeding will miss the summer sun. [Unrhymed Dizain] written May 17, 2021

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Terry Miller

Date: 5/18/2021 6:55:00 AM

I loved this poem well written, well-described cats as predators is a subject I too explored in my poem "three fewer".

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/18/2021 9:07:00 AM

We have loads of feral cats in our neighborhood. I can look out at any time and see them scouring the yards and edges of the fields for prey. I love cats. They are wonderful creatures, but they do love the hunt!

Sotto Poet

Date: 5/17/2021 1:18:00 PM

Sharply and colorfully described, It looks like the unrhymed disain is a good form; I will give it a try...Have a great evening, my friend

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/17/2021 7:04:00 PM

Thanks so much, Lasaad. I had intended it to rhyme, but just got tired of reworking it.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 5/17/2021 11:51:00 AM

- Squirrels are so cute ... keep the cat away, please - Described so vividly with your words, Milton :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/17/2021 12:51:00 PM

They are, indeed, Sunshine Smile. But, keep in mind they are rodents, and they can cause a lot of damage to a roof and attic! I do love watching them frolic, however.