The Nest

Have you heard
	about the bird
Who built a nest
	with zeal and zest?

With zeal and zest
	with string and straw
It was the best nest
	you ever saw.

She took her time
	and smoothed out the creases
Then out jumped a chipmunk
	who tore it to pieces.



						-1968
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Krutsinger Avatar
March 19, 2018 at 12:20 AM
Whimsical and fun; going to my faves.
Salmonson Avatar
March 19, 2018 at 2:34 PM
I'm so glad to hear that.
Pigeon Tart Avatar
March 16, 2018 at 10:56 PM
Love it. Thank you for the smile! :)
Salmonson Avatar
March 18, 2018 at 1:49 PM
And thank you too. I strive to amuse! When I succeed I do feel successful.
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