In Central Park

In Central Park the crowds were out,
New York in all its glory,
With bikers, walkers, picnickers – 
The same old weekend story.

The horses clip-clopped on the road,
With carriages of tourists
While singers sang with microphones
And bands without (the purists).

But always there is something new –
Today, some art creations,
Including projects for the kids
With paint or drawing stations.

What caught my eye, though, were two birds
Which shared a single goal – 
To fly into a tree trunk
And to exit through a hole.

I guess there was a hidden nest
Tucked right inside the tree,
Another sighting in the park
To bring delight to me.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Smith Avatar
October 21, 2017 at 7:58 PM
A great day indeed
Wanter Avatar
October 21, 2017 at 6:24 PM
You really observe your surroundings and bring them to us in enjoyable poetry!
Allison Avatar
October 21, 2017 at 6:07 PM
what a delightful poem Ilene, your poems really bring a scene to life and your vivid description makes me feel I am actually there with you:-) hugs jan xx
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