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Little Red

The all too common
American squirrel
can become quite whimsical
in the random coloration
of their normally grayish hides.

Some are attired in formal black,
some in a fetching Albinus white,
and every shade in-between.

Little red,
unlike those rare British squirrels
(which are naturally red and fluffy),
displayed an unusual coat
of a fetching russet hue,
which many noticed
complemented well
any autumnal season.

Sad to say,
yesterday a hawk got him.

His remembrance service will be
held next Wednesday
at eleven-thirty a.m.
at Jake's gastro-bar and grill,
A light Rosea will be served.

Mourners are suggested to wear
(as a gesture of respect),
a boutonniere or other small reminiscence -
something a little red.

Copyright © Eric Ashford

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