My Duck Friends

For years I’ve seen a pair of ducks
In front of a fountain close by.
They swim or sit and those who notice
Likely wonder why.

The fount’s in the front of a building;
Pedestrians pass night and day
And the street’s filled with traffic and noises,
Which you’d think would just scare them away.

In addition, this year there’s construction,
With drilling and scaffolds and nets.
For some ducks maybe raising a family,
It’s as stressful as city life gets.

Yet this morning, my duck friends were waiting,
As indifferent as creatures can be.
Their return was, to them, nothing special,
But it sure brought some smiles to me.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Dietrich Avatar
March 6, 2024 at 9:22 PM
So nice. I feel that way about the swallows that normally return to our house each spring
Flood Avatar
March 5, 2024 at 2:54 PM
A smashing depiction of your visiting feathered friends, Ilene. We still have our crash landing kamikaze ducks down everyday and two are looking to nest beside our pond… lovely to see the ducklings when they arrive but the pond will be the colour of mud. Enjoyed another day through your window on the world. Terry
M  Avatar
March 5, 2024 at 12:16 PM
You really make the simple things in life very special Ilene with your wonderful words….and very appreciated! I love your real life poems! Another lovely one! Debx
Rolland Avatar
March 4, 2024 at 1:02 AM
this poem touch me, i had a duck when i was a child that i kissed '(don't do it is dirt) i named him Tupolev like the russian plane, cause he never flied, lie you when i see a duck, i am just happy, thanks again for postin dear poet
Greenhough Avatar
March 3, 2024 at 6:21 PM
I enjoyed this poem. Ducks seem to have a calming effect. Thanks for the journey.
Rodgers Avatar
March 3, 2024 at 5:26 PM
Dear Ilene, Your poem reminds us of the simple joys found amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. Through your lovely words, you capture the resilience and grace of nature, embodied by the steadfast presence of your duck companions. Despite the chaos and construction surrounding them, they seem to embody a sense of calm and continuity, bringing peace to those who pause to notice. You show us how to find beauty in the mundane and to cherish the unexpected moments of connection with nature. Blessings, Daniel
Meadows Avatar
March 3, 2024 at 12:19 PM
It is lovely to see the ducks. A good poem. Well done.
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