Toss a Smidgen

Toss a smidgen
To a pigeon
And you know he’ll eat it,
Though once fed
A crumb of bread,
You can’t get him to beat it.

Still, what’s worse
And worth a curse
Are seagulls if you’re snacking,
For I’ve found
When food’s around,
They sometimes try attacking.

My advice –
You’ll pay the price
By tempting those with feathers,
For they know
Where humans go,
There’s food in any weathers.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Greenhough Avatar
April 29, 2025 at 5:19 PM
You've again informed us of an ordinary day that blossoms with intrigue as your poem progresses. I always enjoy your tales of New York life.
Cunningham Avatar
April 28, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Lol, I've heard they're a problem in the coastal towns in the uk, dive bombing on people carrying food, it's like hitchcocks the birds lol. Tom
Flood Avatar
April 28, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Deb’s right, your title is to die for… and the poem doesn’t disappoint. A real down to Earth, honest to goodness portrayal of those feathered, white rats. Loved it lots, Ilene. Terry
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April 28, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Love the title Ilene and enjoyed the rhythm of this fun poem ! Debx
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