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Only birds tell the truth

Only birds tell the truth, They hear our little fears And lay them in their nests, They know when we cry And tell all their friends, in heaven, Only birds tell the truth, Better than the great poets, Better than the smiles of the doctors, They know what we think And tell all their friends, in heaven, Tell your sleeping moms, They know we love them, When we go to Portugal, Only birds tell the truth, Better to listen to them in the morning Better than listen to the voices of people. En français Seuls les oiseaux disent la vérité, Ils entendent nos petites craintes Et les posent dans leurs nids, Ils savent quand nous pleurons Et le disent à tous leurs amis, au ciel, Seuls les oiseaux disent la vérité, Mieux que les grands poètes d’antan, Mieux que les sourires des médecins, Ils savent ce que nous pensons Et le disent à tous leurs amis, au ciel, Seuls les oiseaux disent la vérité, Dites-le à vos mamans qui dorment, Ils savent que nous les aimons, Quand nous partons au Portugal, Mieux vaut les écouter le matin Que d’écouter les voix des hommes. in Portugese Apenas os pássaros dizem a verdade, Eles ouvem nossos pequenos medos E colocá-los em seus ninhos, Eles sabem quando estamos chorando E dizem a todos os seus amigos, no céu, Apenas os pássaros dizem a verdade, Melhor do que os grandes poetas de outrora, Melhor do que os sorrisos dos doctores, Eles sabem o que pensamos E dizem a todos os seus amigos, no céu, Diga isso a suas mães que estão dormindo Eles sabem que nós os amamos, Quando partimos para Portugal, Apenas os pássaros dizem a verdade, Melhor ouvi-los na parte da manhã Do que ouvir as vozes dos homens.

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Date: 2/14/2024 12:50:00 AM
A lovely poem. Well done.
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Date: 2/9/2024 8:00:00 PM
Nothing nicer in the silence of early morning, to hear the birds chirping singing their greeting songs. What a delightful poem Yann. Yes I do steadfastly believe that they are more truthful than man. loved your poem. Sincere best wishes from Wen.
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Yann Rolland
Date: 2/10/2024 10:50:00 PM
thanks wen, for the beautiful and kind comment, enjoy your sunday
Date: 1/31/2024 3:03:00 PM
Birds they say the truth for sure Yann. Very touching poem, very true. I love birds, everyone sings a different song, and everyone tell us different stories to be listen to and not to be taken for granted. Beautiful Yannxxx
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Yann Rolland
Date: 2/1/2024 1:24:00 AM
Thanks maria, for the knd comment, first think i do in the mornng is to listen birds, then i can feel a little free, loved your comment and poetry
Date: 1/31/2024 12:52:00 PM
Love birds. Very beautiful....
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Yann Rolland
Date: 2/1/2024 1:24:00 AM
thanks Paige, birs also fascinate me, thanks for stopping by
Date: 1/31/2024 1:52:00 AM
Dear Yann, what a deep and meaningful poem this is, sometimes nature and creations that beautify nature tell us more than what we know, or anticipate. This poem speaks volumes and is delivered in such a soulful manner. I love the flow of this too. Pleasure reading your word weaving. And as i read this i can hear the birds singing. Perhaps telling me something. Sending you light always
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Yann Rolland
Date: 2/1/2024 1:30:00 AM
Thanks IE, for the kind and generous comment, always feeling better after reading you or poetry, when i walk around, it is 6 in the morning and birds are just awaking up, they are like frinds indeed, Have a nice day poet
Date: 1/30/2024 6:43:00 AM
I love birds and enjoyed this poem very much. Well done :)
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Yann Rolland
Date: 1/31/2024 1:12:00 AM
thank you so much heidi, i am going to listen them tomorrow again, enjoyed your comment
Date: 1/30/2024 4:28:00 AM
Have a blessed day dear xo
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Yann Rolland
Date: 1/31/2024 1:11:00 AM
thanks Rose,
Date: 1/30/2024 2:08:00 AM
This is a delightful poem dear Yann and like you, I adore birds and their birdsong. They are such wonderful little friends when you are out amongst nature. I love the lines, ‘ they hear our little fears’ ‘ and lay them in their nests’ especially. That is such a lovely thought. So enjoyed this perfect tribute to our little feathered friends. Thank you for sharing. Blessings to you :):)
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Yann Rolland
Date: 1/31/2024 1:10:00 AM
thanks Christina, your words are so precious, the birds too, i think, have a sweet day,
Date: 1/30/2024 12:11:00 AM
Beautiful poem, I love reading it in different languages.
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Yann Rolland
Date: 1/30/2024 1:31:00 AM
thank you so much aurora, enjoyed your comment
Date: 1/29/2024 1:28:00 AM
I love birds so long as hunters put down their arms and let the birds fly freely.
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Yann Rolland
Date: 1/29/2024 7:38:00 AM
thanks Victor, i totally agree, we don't need hunters now
Date: 1/28/2024 3:31:00 PM
I agree...birds are truthful...in song and approach to life. Your poem captured them beautifully.
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Yann Rolland
Date: 1/29/2024 7:37:00 AM
Thanks Sara, i think birds are like this too, thanks for complimenting
Date: 1/27/2024 7:07:00 PM
Birds are amazing, and yes they are truthful Yann
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Yann Rolland
Date: 1/28/2024 3:50:00 AM
i think so Rose, thanks for stopping by kindly
Date: 1/27/2024 5:58:00 PM
A wonderful poem, my friend. It is always a pleasure to read your most talented poems.
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Yann Rolland
Date: 1/28/2024 3:50:00 AM
thank you so much. Jerry i really care about birds, walking every morning to ear their songs, have a sweet and long sunday
Date: 1/27/2024 6:34:00 AM
I see you have added a language, very clever Yann... Love this poem..
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Date: 1/27/2024 6:34:00 AM
I see you have added a language, very clever Yann... Love this poem..
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Yann Rolland
Date: 1/28/2024 3:48:00 AM
thanks SO, my first language is french, and i like portugese because a girl
Date: 1/26/2024 6:33:00 PM
Love it!
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Yann Rolland
Date: 1/28/2024 3:47:00 AM
thank you so much. Kim, i really care about birds, walking everymorning to ear their songs, have a sweet sunday

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