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The Purple Honeycreeper

The purple honeycreeper cannot fail to catch your eye; A splash of vibrant colour as he wings his way up high. And in the deep rain forest if you're standing very still, You'll hear him sing falsetto in a voice distinct and shrill. Now should you catch a glimpse of him, his presence will enthral. He looks as if he's heading to an avian masked ball. Adorned in purple suit, Lone-Ranger mask and yellow tights, The sugarbird is one of Amazonia's sweetest sights. 18/01/19 'purple poetry contest' : Sponsored by: Kevin Shaw

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Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/12/2019 9:13:00 AM

A truly delightful read. I see why this was a winner. I was attracted by the title and enthralled by the content.

Eve Roper

Date: 3/26/2019 9:02:00 PM

Wendy, great imagery, congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve ~`*

David Drowley

Date: 3/25/2019 1:15:00 PM

'Wendy, Congratulations on your win! I've never seen a honeycreeper, but now I want to see one. David :)'

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 1/18/2019 9:52:00 PM

Wendy, this is great. I love this part: "e looks as if he's heading to an avian masked ball. Adorned in purple suit, lone-ranger mask and yellow tights,"

Wendy Watson
Date: 1/24/2019 4:17:00 PM

Thank you,Caren. If I'd been a premium member, this description would have made a lot more sense with an accompanying picture!

Sunlite Wanter

Date: 1/18/2019 6:36:00 PM

Delightful! I love birds and you've given knowledge of a new one.

Wendy Watson
Date: 1/24/2019 4:16:00 PM

Thank you, Sunlite. It was a revelation to me, too but it came up on the list of 'things which are purple' and I enjoyed doing a bit of research.