In the Meadow

She stops in the lush meadow to give birth to her twins. Coyote catches mother’s scent. He looks around and grins. The first lamb arises quickly and finds her willing teat. The second lies there weakly and gives a little bleat. The mother nudges number one And says, “We have to hurry. The predators will be here soon. In nature they’re a worry.” Her second child is left there to hold coyote’s attention. She shows her new son to the flock, his sister does not mention.