Carolyn Devonshire Poet Terza Rima

The Loner

Odd bird stands out among the seaside flocks
Taller, leaner with red stripes round one eye
Squats in the sand, oblivious to mocks

Opens his beak, emitting a strange cry
Gulls spread their wings, rise high and relocate
Odd bird remains, doesn’t take to the sky

Acceptance by others is not his fate
Solitude is all he has ever known
Feathers unruffled, he lives without hate

One of a kind, this bird has no clone
Staying true to himself, his strength is shown

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Andrea Dietrich July 16, 2010 at 5:27 PM I LIKE this bird, CArolyn. I can relate to him sometimes too. (me and my loon, haha) Glad i finally found this one. LUv, Andrea

Debbie Guzzi July 13, 2010 at 4:38 PM a sad state of affairs? I can identify. Light & Love

John Rhinem June 12, 2010 at 4:46 PM Smile! And You thought that I didn't view Your splendors? Well, I always do; its just ~ Smile ~ I'm still in that maze with no time left beyond reading....Smile, I don't know why but, this Beautiful Poem reminds myself of someone? Smile, "I Love You Dear, Always," John! ~ I shall be seeing Your Splendors more I do believe soon----"Have A Very Beautiful Night, Precious Carolyn Deavonshire," Bye!:) ~

Kabuteng P.Ink K. June 5, 2010 at 7:21 PM I think I can also relate to this one--you sure captured that loner bird really well, Carolyn! I can just picture this bird so vividly in my mind! --nikko :)

Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen June 3, 2010 at 10:35 PM Very interesting! And beautifully written. Being true to self, I do believe, brings joys in life that are immeasurable. Carolyn, I really enjoyed reading about the loner...smiling happily. Lovingly, Dane Ann

David Byrne June 3, 2010 at 8:53 PM I think I feel like that bird tonight!

Wilma Neels June 3, 2010 at 11:25 AM Love the visuals on this one.. Having lost a parrot that was a part of my life makes it even more special because I look at birds with different eyes.. Thank you for your encouragement on my work as well.. Love Wilma..

Jayne Eggins June 3, 2010 at 8:38 AM loneliness echos from the page but staying true to oneself wonderful poem ... thanks again for the lovely comments on my poetry the lotus smiles because it knows even in the pergoda its never alone with faith love Jayne

Sue Mason June 2, 2010 at 7:49 AM Oooooh I like this bird ... smile ... great writing as always, Ms. Carolyn ... loved your comment to step back from the mirror to stay younger looking ... LOL ... nice lighting helps too!! Have a great week ... I'm off to the Oregon coast for a few days so I'll be looking at lots of gulls !!

James Peranteau May 31, 2010 at 11:08 AM Well Carolyn, I see you are writing about me again ! You know me so well in such a short period of time my friend ! *smiles* Great poem dear ! james

Lynette Chachere May 30, 2010 at 4:01 PM although he has no one near to him, he's special because with his true being and spirit, he allows himself to be it completely. beautiful poem&meaning. it means so much to many. -Always&Forever Lynette

Sara Kendrick May 30, 2010 at 12:58 PM I think that there are many odd birds out there...Keep the creative pen flowing..Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my work..Sara

James Fraser May 29, 2010 at 4:55 PM The message in this piece is quite outstanding Carolyn. It's certainly one of the best i have read on the Soup, and i have been here for a year >> James

Katherine Stella May 29, 2010 at 7:44 AM hey dear friend not sure if last two lines are to rhyme or not don't beleive so if you know if they do [please let me know for I really liked yours and can see this in winners circle thanks for sharing and for always your kindest comments sweet blessings I just checked in poetry terms and you were right for last 2 lines to rhyme em so I changed it lol duh me

Constance La France May 29, 2010 at 6:36 AM I love this poem very much. I see the hidden meaning, so clearly. You have given us an excellent visual. And I really like this form Terza Rima. Best of luck in the contest. Constance

Gert W. Knop May 29, 2010 at 4:42 AM This poem has so many meanings, Carolyn! Enjoyed reading it today. Have a great Sunday and thank you for your always friendly comments...Love, Gert

Brian Strand May 29, 2010 at 12:29 AM Thank you Carolyn for the honour to my poem and for the timely reminder of this rhyme form.Rgds Brian Have a good weekend

Carol Sunshine Brown May 28, 2010 at 5:35 PM Enjoyed reading your poetry and I thank you for sharing it with us Carolyn as your poetry is always a pleasure to read. Have a wonderful weekend filled with good health love and loads of inspiration. Love, Carol

Sheila Parrish-Spence May 28, 2010 at 4:28 PM Maybe this is how the eagle feels.

Daver Austin May 28, 2010 at 4:10 PM This is a strange bird indeed. Is it real, or are you doing an Alice in Wonderland thing on us? Anywho - good write, old friend. And, yes I love kitties and all wild animals. Counting 8 indoors and as many as nine strays on our front porch this makes 17 puss cats.Hey! Me and Rhoda Gagliani. Love, Dave

Joyce Johnson May 28, 2010 at 3:50 PM Its not all bad to be the odd bird. Thank you for my 2nd place and a fun contest. Love, Joyce

Andrea Dietrich May 28, 2010 at 2:51 PM wow, I think you have a chance to win it all with this one. One of the best of the terza rimas that I have seen. I once wrote a poem called RARE BIRDS on this same topic!! LUv, andrea