Nature's Beauty Pageant

Nature held a Beauty Pageant Guess who was crowned a crest? A flowery green meadow was the stage and rostrum Watch who won the contest. Well, the peacock from India was crowned beauty King The bird of paradise from New Guinea became Beauty queen. And last but not least was the Indian tiger, runner up But care he for beauty that he might as well sup? And what care any of them for accolades, crown or cup? Other contestants were the gorgeous leopards and the flimsy beauteous butterflies They'll be crowned next time around. For beauty tis rich in supplies. But nature-lovers alone applauded the flamboyant winners who gaily stood upon the flora They did come out with 'flying colors' Around them nature's beauty an aura. Miss world bird of paradise yet unaware of her placing The peacock endowed by God a crown They might never know of this showcasing At our staring, gawping, they might just frown! Then there are those unsung unawarded yet perfect beauties both among mortals and animals who join no display contests nor pageants yet are undeniably glamorous nonetheless for beauty ain't exclusive to önly beauty contestants.