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The Majestic Goose

A most majestic fowl is the goose!

     'Tis a thing of beauty in flight,

          As it wings in V-formation so tight!

               But, alas, its bowels are awfully loose!

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Gershon Wolf

February 8, 2021 at 4:43 PM

The Ogden Nash in you is in full flight! ~ Hershey Squirt

Robert L. Hinshaw

February 9, 2021 at 9:17 AM

Thanks, Gershon! Being compared to Ogden Nash, one of my favorite poets is an honor, indeed! I have nearly all of his witty writes in my library. Best always, mine friend - Bob

Lindsay Laurie

February 3, 2021 at 9:54 PM

G’day Bob … we only have one variety; Cape Barren Goose and they mainly live on a few islands, but I have read about Canada geese. You wouldn’t have to fertilize your garden - thanks Bob - Lindsay

Robert L. Hinshaw

February 8, 2021 at 2:56 PM

Yep, they sure are a messy breed; But they keep the lawn green, yes indeed! Thanks unto you, Lindsay. Bob

Carolyn Devonshire

January 31, 2021 at 8:11 AM

Oooh, we don't see geese here and I didn't know their bowels were so loose. Pelicans and seagulls are the same way. Very funny, Bob! Hugs, Carolyn

Robert L. Hinshaw

January 31, 2021 at 6:35 PM

Thanks, Car olyn. Loosie Goosie is an apt name for them! They fly in droves over my house and I assume they are headed your way to warmer climes altho flocks of them winter here. Take great care - Bob

Alexis Y.

January 30, 2021 at 3:00 PM

Lol! Robert, What a well-written and humorous write. The ending caused me to laugh out loud. Have a great weekend:-) Alexis

Robert L. Hinshaw

January 31, 2021 at 6:36 PM

I'm happy it gave you a laff - we could all use a laff during these crazy days. Bob

Ilene Bauer

January 29, 2021 at 12:57 PM

Ha! You sure fooled me with this one, Bob! Great ending..,

Robert L. Hinshaw

January 29, 2021 at 4:30 PM

Gotcha! Thanks, Ilene - glad it have you a laff. Bob H

Jan Allison

January 29, 2021 at 12:43 PM

omg ha ha ha hilarious Bob, I have enough trouble with seagulls lol a flock of geese with loose bowels doesn't bear thinking about lol:-) hugs jan xx

Robert L. Hinshaw

January 29, 2021 at 4:33 PM

Enjoyed your comment, Jan! Loosie goosies are bad enuff but I suspect Gulls are badder! Bob H

Tom Cunningham

January 29, 2021 at 11:55 AM

Lol, good one Bob, head for the shelters or better still grab your shotgun and bag one for dinner. Tom

Robert L. Hinshaw

January 29, 2021 at 4:34 PM

I've been tempted to break out the old shotgun, Tom! Thanks for stopping by. Bob H

Robert Pettit

January 29, 2021 at 11:00 AM

We have got too many of those creatures in my local area. It looks like they defecate green cigar butts. great write as usual.

Robert L. Hinshaw

January 29, 2021 at 11:06 AM

Green cigar butts - what a great comparison, Robert! Lovely to look at but they can be a messy bunch! Bob H

Anne-Lise Andresen

January 29, 2021 at 10:44 AM

- A wonderful sight to see them fly ... but a lot of s#hit ... :))) - Happy weekend, Bob :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Robert L. Hinshaw

January 29, 2021 at 11:05 AM

Thank you, Anne-Lise. I like to see them flying in formation but they are sure a messy lot. Its interesting that tons of them stay here in Col Springs instead of flying further south for warmer climes! Best to you - Bob