Tom Valles Poet Narrative

The Siren of the Killdeer

It brought immediate alarm
When the piercing Killdeer called!
As if nature stole my peace
By a flock of winged police.

The shrill was unexpected 
And it called in two-beat meter.
Repeatedly she spread her beak
Sending vocal bullets at the weak.

I suppose the Killdeer has it's place
And some watchers seek them out.
I should bless and not protest them
Nor by net or shotgun go arrest them.

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Ghairo Daniels April 25, 2026 at 12:00 AM Excellent description of the Killdeer, Tom ! How nature sends its alarms can be disorienting. I feel all birds should be blessed as each have a unique role. I enjoyed your rhymes in this poem. You have a catchy title here. In full agreement with your final line. ThkU for sharing. Have a joyous day., Ghairo. Tom Valles April 25, 2026 at 5:28 AM Ghairo, thank you for your comments. Birds truly are amazing creatures. We get stunning cardinals here from time to time and they always remind me of my mother. Hope you have a joyous day as well.