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Bird Series III   PEACOCKS 

Brian Strand's Poetry Contest
Honorable Mention!

Peacock



Prince Pastoral Peacock it must be our lucky day
Elect to spread your plumage erect a fine display
Pivot proudly a tailpiece of fancy feathers fanning
A crest of blue-green eyes omniscient panning                  
And to watch you step with such cadence
Pleased to make your regal acquaintance

Leucistic yellow morphs pale palettes like Lady Peahen 
It’s what you ladies are called if you’re a peacock hen
Pearlescent white wisps a breathtaking bride’s gown                                                  
Feathered fur flow accessory accents a diamond crown
Blushingbrides tail in tow, did you pack a bridal trousseau? 
Parade before your castle please and I shall bow if so
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Poet Avatar
May 15, 2025 at 6:41 AM
In this instance, your short tale elevates them to a whole new level of entertaining. Congrats on your winning mention! Your work is adorable.
Anaya Avatar
May 15, 2025 at 10:31 AM
TY, SP, they deserve it , i never heard of the leucistic peacock , to me she looks like a bride!
mysore Avatar
May 7, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Congratulations on your win dear poet. Cheers!!!
Anaya Avatar
May 15, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Ty, Thriveni! Nice to be on Brian's list, Cheers!
Beaufort Avatar
May 7, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Anaya, cute indeed. They are so much fun to watch and your little story here makes it even more so. Smiles!
Anaya Avatar
May 15, 2025 at 10:33 AM
TY, DB, they deserve it , i never heard of the leucistic (albino) peacock , to me she looks like a bride!
Hind Avatar
May 5, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Hey, some proud but great imagery here, could really glimpse her personality, never seen her described quite like this before - hugs <3
Anaya Avatar
May 6, 2025 at 12:45 PM
The albino or leucistic are very rare. I saw a beautiful bride~ although she maybe a he, ha!
Hind Avatar
May 5, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Hey, some proud but great imagery here, could really glimpse her personality, never seen her described quite like this before - hugs <3
Rodgers Avatar
May 5, 2025 at 7:52 AM
Dearest Anaya, Ohhhhh I love the parade of peacock splendor where each line struts with color, wit, and natural wonder. It is funny their regal theatrics of courtship, along with the dazzling feather-fan, and even the subtle elegance of the leucistic peahen just how these displays are both art and ritual in nature. Ohhh so joyful, imaginative glimpse into the world of peafowl royalty where your words truly make the feathers dance! Spring Blessings, My Dear Anaya, Daniel
Anaya Avatar
May 5, 2025 at 10:42 AM
My aim was to write buoyantly bright and bouncy, as a playful lyrical. I see you've done research as well or were you reaching into your vast resevoir of knowledge sweet poet. I'm through with a dark period--phase, I may induldge into a powder-blue phase or vanity as contests call for :) have a nice day, dr.!
One Avatar
May 5, 2025 at 6:52 AM
Your ode to a peacock is so vivid in its description - the choice of words you have used create such a perfect image of this wonderful bird... excellent poem
Anaya Avatar
May 5, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Silent One, oh so nice to see you. TY, your thoughts bring smiles, "perfect image" means a lot
Gorelick Avatar
May 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM
A delightful flight of fancy honoring our flightless fine feathered friends. You should be as proud as a peacock to have penned this clever and informative tribute. Buoyuant words soar! Thanks a million for enhancing my tongue-in-cheek narrative by adding the theatrical voice over. What a hoot!
Anaya Avatar
May 4, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Peacocks are overwelmingly beautiful. TY! It was my pleasure, Robert "Too Handsome In Honolulu" 8.4.22 https://www.poetrysoup.com/poem/too_handsome_in_honolulu_1477909 the voice over recital is nicely done, it had me laughing...happy to help, enjoy. ~ xhugs
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