Masters of Architecture

Masters of Architecture The air heavy with scent of August blossom A warm and still day indeed! Sitting by the lakeside Watching fishes dance in the water A twittering in the trees Then captivated my attention Above was a party of beautiful birds Singing in the orange tree I remember a cool day in January When I stumbled in the realm of birdlife About their intricate domed nest It was in a gorse bush about half a mile down the lake Both the male and the female Brought building materials into the nest This was about four feet from the ground They are amazing architects! Imagine the busy birds Piecing in lichen, Animal hair and cobwebs Leaves tightly clutched with beaks The oval-shaped domed nest is ready With door at the top Their elaborate building, The best thing your eyes could behold