Donna Jones Poet Rhyme

The Bald Eagle - Eileenesque

Unimpressed, she sits alone watching
There high above the river flowing
Sharp, keen eyes always scan, protecting
Her eggs are safe, awaiting hatching
Alone watching the river flowing

Jet air planes and speeding cars go by
As she watches from her perch on high
Then with stunning grace, she leaps to fly
Gliding, soaring, master of the sky
From her perch on high, she leaps to fly

The bald eagle impressed me that day
While watching her majestic display
As her kingdom there, she did survey
Turning, circling, choosing her way
Choosing her way, impressed me that day

©Donna Jones...an attempt at Eileen's form for her.....:-) :-) 
*we have bald eagles winter here along our rivers and build nests..it is awesome to go watch them..

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Timothy Hicks November 25, 2014 at 5:54 PM I've never seen a bald eagle, but you capture the spirit of the bird. What a noble fowl, overseeing her young, and flying with such grace.

Robert Lindley July 2, 2014 at 9:54 AM You paint a wonderful scenic picture with that fine write! I enjoyed reading it and soaring along with it!!!

Vera Duggan May 6, 2014 at 7:16 PM Wonderful poem my friend, I can just see the eagle soaring above, we get very few eagles here, mainly colourful parrots, I would love to see an eagle especially a bald one..........Vera..............

Rockman Pritts April 7, 2014 at 2:23 AM This poem speaks to me as a woman and mother. Unappreciated for her endeavors. As hard as she tries, she can only grow wings when she realizes her potential. She sees others before her rising and wonders why. But it's when SHE knows who SHE is that then SHE will grow stronger wings and be able to fly further in order to protect her young.

Monterey Sirak April 5, 2014 at 7:49 AM You captured the eagle's beauty and grace in this majestic poem. Love it!

Nette Onclaud March 30, 2014 at 2:13 PM still impressed, donns!!.. have a fine sunday!.. huggs

Richard Lamoureux March 30, 2014 at 8:47 AM Bravo! You have done a marvelous job. I see Eileen is pleased as well.

John Posey March 30, 2014 at 5:30 AM To see an eagle soaring as master of the sky is an awesome experience To know they are protected warms my heart and affirms my faith that we still value God's gifts. I agree with whoever said, "When God created them He was just showing off. "... Great job, Darlin' .... Jake

Vincent Flannery March 29, 2014 at 10:30 PM Such a beautiful creature and a great symbol for this Country. You are so fortunate to be able to see such a sight. Enjoyed your view very much. Take care.

Phyllis Babcock March 29, 2014 at 10:17 AM Once in a while we see these majestic birds but that isn't to often. When we take a trip to the west coast often love to watch these birds . Nicely written poem Donna. love phyl Donna Jones March 29, 2014 at 2:29 PM They are wonderful...so glad you get to enjoy them...thanks so much for coming by Phyllis...

Len Gasun March 29, 2014 at 5:44 AM A tip-top write with super awesome imagery my dear friend Donna! You did it very well. So love it and enjoyed! Thank u so much for sharing! love lots and big hugs, Leonora Donna Jones March 29, 2014 at 2:27 PM Hi Leonora....thank you very much and what an adorable avatar....:-) :-)

Poet Destroyer A March 29, 2014 at 2:22 AM Yup, this is awesome... I love it...Linda Donna Jones March 29, 2014 at 2:26 PM Thank you Linda.....big smile...

Chuck Melugin March 28, 2014 at 9:16 AM Donna, Impressive poetry! I enjoyed watching the eagle! Your writing is so.........visual. 7 My best, chuck Donna Jones March 29, 2014 at 2:23 PM Thanks so much chuck....promise I will visit soon..

Skat A March 27, 2014 at 10:28 PM WOW! This poem looks amazing. A unique form. . Hugs ~SKAT~ Donna Jones March 29, 2014 at 2:22 PM That avatar looks amazing skat...love it..and thanks!!!

Nette Onclaud March 27, 2014 at 1:53 PM donns, keep on flying high.. have a wonderful day!.. huggs Donna Jones March 27, 2014 at 10:13 PM Hey nett...more like clucking.:-) :-) :-) :-) taking care of these new baby chicks...they imprinted on me and think I'm their mommy....but they are almost old enough to join the others outside now..:-) :-) ,,hope you have a great weekend

Lucilla Carrillo March 27, 2014 at 11:37 AM This is great Donna. I have never seen a bald eagle only in movies. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla Donna Jones March 27, 2014 at 10:10 PM Thanks Lucilla.....oh I wish you could..like so many things..seeing them in person is so different...gives you a sense of being peaceful...

Joseph May March 27, 2014 at 9:44 AM Very nicely penned Donna...best wishes Donna Jones March 27, 2014 at 10:08 PM Appreciate it Joseph....love this avatar...

Sara Kendrick March 27, 2014 at 7:36 AM Enjoyed reading this one today..If for a contest, it should be in the winners' line-up in my book..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara Donna Jones March 27, 2014 at 10:07 PM Thank you Sara....not for a contest...just trying out a form Eileen invented....I think it is fun!! You should try one..

Connie Gildersleeve March 26, 2014 at 5:13 PM Donna such a beautiful image you've created in your rhymes. So serene and within the flight of the eagle - Connie Donna Jones March 26, 2014 at 8:51 PM Thank you so much Connie.really appreciate it...

Ken Carroll March 26, 2014 at 12:25 PM An uplifting write! Donna Jones March 26, 2014 at 8:50 PM Hey ken....thanks....nice to see you..

Nette Onclaud March 26, 2014 at 5:13 AM donns, you mark this page with indelible seal.. i'll roost here for a while; downright splendid!.. huggs Donna Jones March 26, 2014 at 8:50 PM We have a highway that follows the river here where viewing the eagles is so common most people don't even notice anymore...what a shame... Donna Jones March 26, 2014 at 8:48 PM Ha...love it nett....we'll roost together among the clouds with the eagles and a fine glass of wine!!!.see ya soon

Andrea Dietrich March 25, 2014 at 5:26 PM I really love this form. It's my favorite of her two forms she has shown us!! You did it well!!! Donna Jones March 26, 2014 at 8:44 PM Thanks Andrea.....it was challenging and fun...still don't know about that syllable count though..:-) :-) :-) :-)

Eileen Manassian March 25, 2014 at 4:15 PM OH MD....YOU GOT IT RIGHT! YOU GOT IT RIGHT!!!! OH OH OH...I love it! <3 Donna, this is probably the best way you could have gotten me out of my blues...I LOVE YOU...LOVE YOU...LOVE YOU...It's perfect! You even got the reversal...from UNIMPRESSED TO IMPRESSED!!! OH MD! How I adore you! HUGS Donna Jones March 26, 2014 at 8:35 PM Ahh thanks and I already have an idea for another one if you have that contest using this form..let me know..:-) :-) adore ya back...MD Eileen Manassian March 25, 2014 at 5:55 PM I'm so proud of you.....xoxo Donna Jones March 25, 2014 at 5:50 PM Hey sweetie...glad you liked it...I went back and worked on the syllable count a little..I think it is close...close as I can get it..I'm open to suggestions...glad you feel better..:-) :-)

Tim Smith March 25, 2014 at 3:22 PM Very nicely done Donna . They come here as well every winter following the Illinois river. They are so beautiful.......Tim Donna Jones March 27, 2014 at 10:05 PM Awesome....:-) :-) Tim Smith March 26, 2014 at 8:49 PM Yes that is my 11 yr old. We were in Omaha for a baseball tournament. Donna Jones March 26, 2014 at 8:43 PM Aren't they? So glad you get to enjoy them too!..btw..is this one of your children with you in your avatar?..very cute!!

Anne-Lise Andresen March 25, 2014 at 1:43 PM - I've seen eagles in free nature only once - such a great bird and flowing so quiet in the air ... amazing. - A lovely poem in a "special / unique form", dear Donna ! - oxox // Anne-Lise :) Donna Jones March 26, 2014 at 8:37 PM It is an amazing sight to watch them Anne Lise.I'm very lucky to see them every year...I've seen them catch fish and teach their young to fly and their mating dance...they are just awesome!!!!! Thanks for stopping..:-)