Mocking the Dead

Pigeons, being
Pigeons,
Inadvertently
Mock the dead
As does the passing
Stray dog.
If left alone
Children
Will play among them
Witnessed
By a murder
Of crows.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Rodrigues Avatar
September 29, 2023 at 12:50 PM
Ooh…great imagery! Congratulations, John!
One Avatar
September 29, 2023 at 11:11 AM
Loved your analogy, you are a talented poet. Thank you for writing for my contest and congratulations on your placement.
Brotherton Avatar
September 23, 2023 at 10:47 AM
That's what I call the ultimate in mockery. But I guess being pooped on in the grave is better than being pooped on while living.
Lane Avatar
September 22, 2023 at 3:35 AM
Imagery of pigeon poop on gravestones, and ditto with doggy do. John, it may sound like I'm being humorous, but I'm not. What is more mocking than taking a dump on someone's grave? Your movie title ending is a fantastic finale'
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