The Peacock

Admire my plumage
Iridescent blue and green
Incomparable
Quite the best you've ever seen
Watch me strut and watch me preen.

Tanka by
Mike Jones
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Gifford Avatar
October 13, 2014 at 11:35 AM
Hi, Mike, With that beautiful plumage, who would not strut his stuff with confidence!
Mehta Avatar
June 13, 2014 at 10:51 PM
Lovely write on nature, Mike
Sietesantos Avatar
June 13, 2014 at 12:38 PM
Great imagery - well done! I love this poem and you will see why when you check out mine called "Mating Season." Kindest regards.
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