My Beloved Desert

I have this small birdbath
in my backyard
apparently the talk of the
whole Bird-town -- not much
larger than a good-size hubcap, 
one would think it was Lake Erie
size takes on different perspective
in the desert; like a prairie dog
is fat pheasant to a snake -- a jackrabbit
seldom fast enough for a hungered, blood-thirsty
coyote once targeted -- even a cartoon Willy would 
shed his cartoon ink, in the real desert~ life here, first
is all about drink.

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Date: 1/27/2025 11:44:00 AM
Great Imagrey and perspective differentials Joe-Dimino..Words sometimes fail.? Yet every being Human or animal can at times find incredible strength and drive to achieve, at other times Weakness can set them up for destruction.' I Wish you all blessings in Jesus name.'
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Joe Dimino
Date: 1/27/2025 12:55:00 PM
Thank you, Joe; likewise my friend. We do our humble best. As Emily said: "I'm a nobody..." -- I love this poem. So pleased it has received another comment. Thank you again.
Date: 1/24/2025 5:07:00 AM
I love this, Joe! Perspective! Like snow in Georgia versus places that get snow all the time, plus even seeing the snow on your own property is just different. I’ve been to the desert (Arizona) and also boated on Lake Erie. Love that final thought: life here, first is all about drink. A fave
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Date: 1/24/2025 6:18:00 AM
Oh, thank you, Kim; you early made my day! Have a wonderful writing day! You have, quite brilliantly, a splendid start already.
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