David Byrne Poet Free verse

The Heart and the Flamingo

I saw a heart on a Large pink to scarlet web-footed wading bird with down-bent bill,
The heart was pink and so very hard to see, but I knew it was there,
Because it was in my little Minnie’s smile.

Her favorite long sleeved shirts have hearts on them,
Underneath she wears a short-sleeved cotton one; for comfort,
Today's undershirt had the wading bird on it!

4 years old, happy with her
Heart and Flamingo and Playful smile.

©david byrne Jan 2021

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Beata Agustin October 15, 2024 at 2:53 AM Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.

Tom Cunningham January 29, 2021 at 8:39 AM A lovely tribute to your daughter David, the memories you make will be priceless, all my three daughters have flown the nest but I often think back to those happy days when they were toddlers. Tom

Elaine George January 28, 2021 at 7:07 AM Ah~ the wonders of being a Father expressed so beautifully.~ Elaine

Andrea Dietrich January 24, 2021 at 1:26 PM utterly sweet and charming!!

Paul Callus January 24, 2021 at 1:01 PM A lovely cute poem which undoubtedly means much to you, David. Four is a delightful age! Regards // paul

Charlie Smith January 22, 2021 at 8:33 AM Lovely David...

Vijay Pandit January 22, 2021 at 5:18 AM Adoring write--your love for your daughter glows in every line. Beautiful poem, David.

Akkina Downing January 21, 2021 at 5:55 PM This is sweet :)