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Wild Birds

I wish they made tiny earmuffs. They never stop Dawn to dusk Chirping, cheeping, cawing, Chattering in the hedges. I root for the cat. Not often But on occasion Y’know….just Get that one. Hey I chirp now and then Get a bit over eager At the feeder Peck at an over eager squirrel. It is called a “BIRD” feeder bozo. It’s getting’ colder They’re all keyed up Going south. I may just stay here Nest near the dryer vent Hope they toss out a slice of bread Whole wheat is ok Maybe a fistful of seed. I hope they leave soon I may read a book Quietly

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Date: 11/7/2023 3:36:00 PM
Cutest little birdie story I've read John. You wrote an ever so clever ditty about the wild birds! After the tiny earmuffs, I expected fleece-lined booties. Sure to be at the top of the list! :)
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Date: 11/3/2023 5:27:00 AM
I envisioned all of your scenarios and loved the one I got of this little bird rooting for the cat to get one particular loud beak!! You certainly personified him so he could read a book. Maybe even write poetry!
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Lin Lane
Date: 11/3/2023 6:54:00 AM
ahh, Not 'To Kill a Mockingbird.'
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John Lawless
Date: 11/3/2023 6:51:00 AM
....just a little light reading Lin,
Date: 11/2/2023 3:10:00 PM
"He starts with 'tiny earmuffs' and the crowd goes wild!" :)
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