The Rooster Next Door

There is a rooster that lives next door, although for what, I’m really not sure. He has no hens, he has no chicks, he has no one to call up quick. So every day he moseys over, acting like he’s sniffing clover. But he’s not fooling anyone He wants a hen, a bit of scratch,…

To a Flower

If I were a fairy, a white one I’d be Like the narcissus growing under my tree. Sweet and gentle, pure and strong The first to show after the winter so long. Creamy and dreamy with a scent very pleasant, They are a sweet treat for even a peasant! If I were a fairy, I’d like…

I Saw A Crow

I Saw A Crow ~ Old Crow, Snow Crow Strutting through the Frost Crow. Dark Crow, Cold Crow Set against the light. Sometimes with friends, but mostly not, You forage alone, from day to night. Whimsical, serious, humorless, funny Oh, Mr. Crow, the portrait you make! Old Crow, Snow Crow Strutting through the Frost Crow Oh,…

Coffee

I jotted down this silly poem about my favorite beverage awhile back, and considering it is National Coffee Day, I thought I’d share it with you.  Now, go brew a cup, pour a cup and drink a cup.  I’ll join you in spirit.  Happy Coffee Day! Coffee Coffee in the morning, Coffee in the night,…

Ode to Chicken

This poem is for all those who have ever loved and lost…….a chicken.  Who have lost a chicken to a raccoon, hawk, skunk, opossum, fox, bobcat, snake, owl, mink, stray dog, family dog, neighbors dog or simply an unnamed creature of the night……  Oh, my chickens how I love thee though every creature wants to…