Wendy Watson Poet Rhyme

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 September 12, 2019 at 9:13 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 March 26, 2019 at 9:02 PM Wendy, great imagery, congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve ~`*

David Drowley March 25, 2019 at 1:15 PM 'Wendy, Congratulations on your win! I've never seen a honeycreeper, but now I want to see one. David :)'

Caren Krutsinger January 18, 2019 at 9:52 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 January 24, 2019 at 4:17 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 January 18, 2019 at 6:36 PM Delightful! I love birds and you've given knowledge of a new one. Wendy Watson January 24, 2019 at 4:16 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.