Spiking the Nest

In order to discourage birds
From building nearby nests,
Some owners place a row of spikes
To bar unwanted guests.

But crows and magpies, cleverly,
Uproot those spiky things
And use them in the homes they make
To shelter those with wings.

The very tools that humans thought
Would keep the birds at bay,
Our feathered friends employ
To keep their enemies away.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Allison Avatar
July 22, 2023 at 4:32 PM
oh how clever both the birds and your poem! hugs janxx
Flood Avatar
July 21, 2023 at 4:38 PM
I’m currently viewing ‘Zoo’ in which the animals fight back. Reading this I wonder… is ‘bird brained’ a compliment? Smashing write, Ilene. Terry
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