Royal Visitor

I hear his call before I spy
The owner of that wild bird cry.
Protected from the guns of man,
He may live out his full life span.
I watch God's aerial masterpiece
And pray his numbers may increase.
The symbol of Land Of Liberty,
Freer than man can ever be.

Though I would gladly have him stay,
The bald head eagle soars away.



Won 3rd place 3 way tie in contest
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Beesley Avatar
November 5, 2010 at 2:09 PM
one of the few true treasures in this contest...although i haven't read them all yet
Guzzi Avatar
October 16, 2010 at 2:27 PM
A lofty write for a lofty subject. Congrad's Light & Love
Mannan Avatar
October 14, 2010 at 8:20 PM
Many congratulations Joyce for this super win.
Sweetheart Avatar
October 14, 2010 at 7:56 PM
Congrats Joyce on your win in the contest luv.. with this magnificent write ..enjoy..
Dietrich Avatar
October 14, 2010 at 7:39 PM
It's a very nice poem, Joyce. I see why you came in a top place. LUv, Andrea
Richards Avatar
October 14, 2010 at 6:44 PM
A lovely poem....I think this should be at the top!! :) Congratulations on your win! ~ Carrie
Freeman Avatar
October 14, 2010 at 5:26 PM
"Congratulations" on your "Royal Visitor", on your third place Joyes! Way to go. Agape, Moses
Gorelick Avatar
October 14, 2010 at 4:44 PM
A wonderful poem and congrats on your win. BG
Kendrick Avatar
October 14, 2010 at 2:32 PM
Congratulations on your win..Sara
Brown Avatar
October 14, 2010 at 12:12 PM
Congratulations on your win in Carolyn's contest Joyce. Love, Carol
Fraser Avatar
October 14, 2010 at 12:02 PM
Many congratulations Joyce on your win in Carolyn's wonderful contest >> James
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October 14, 2010 at 9:26 AM
You talent always amazes me, Joyce. Congratulations on your win in my Bald Eagles contest. Love, Carolyn
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October 8, 2010 at 10:38 PM
very nice entry,enjoyed, good luck on the contest...p.d.
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October 8, 2010 at 6:34 PM
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