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A Mellow Yellow Afternoon

by Mr. Ed — Read all 1,530 poems by Mr. Ed

Thursday, April 16, 2009


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“For man,

As for flower and beast and bird,

The supreme triumph is to be,

Most vividly, most perfectly,

Alive.”

 

D. H. Lawrence

 

 

Me and my marvelous mutts

Went on a little drive yesterday

We headed out to an old wetland

It’s a good place to hear groups play

 

I was looking for spring bird arrivals

My mutts are intrigued by bird sounds

Our timing, could not have been better

A new chorus of singers had just hit town

 

These boys had just flown in from Mexico

And they began singing when we got there

My dogs were real fascinated by their tune

It was soon echoing through the wetland air

 

These mellow fellows were wailin out a song

Trying to attract the attention of sexy females

Although the raspy voices of this happy group

To some, probably do sound like rusty old nails

 

We were listenin to a real joyous feathered choir

Members of the Yellow-Headed Blackbird Family

My dogs and I, are big fans of this group of singers

Our mellow yellow afternoon filled all of us with glee

 

 

“For man,

As for flower and beast and bird,

The supreme triumph is to be,

Most vividly, most perfectly,

Alive.”

 

 

©2009, A Real Mellow Old Mr. Ed

 

 
  


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Reviewed by Walt Hardester
Reviewed on April 29, 2009
How cool was that?????
Can't buy it.

~W~

Reviewed on April 19, 2009
PEEWEE - WELL DONE, LADDIE !!!

You remind me of the lyrics of an old tune - "The Old Lamp-Lighter" -

as he lit the streets for people to be able to see at night - you LIGHT the WAY to day-time's CREATIONS ... and all its WONDERS ...

Pax Tecum - Tom.




Reviewed by MaryGrace Patterson
Reviewed on April 17, 2009
Spring has finally arrived. Oh happy day! I love to watch the various species of birds at our bird feeder. The other day we saw a Cardnial feeding its mate on the lawn by our oak tree. It was a splendid site ! Your poem captures the essence of spring quite well....M

Reviewed by L. Figgins
Reviewed on April 16, 2009
This is a reminder to get back to my roots. Ed, you show us the beauty of all creation and what a gift to impart to the world. I love birds. They are joyous just to BE(hint to me)...Lin

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on April 16, 2009
I love it,and the midi is a great rendition matching your poem!;-)
Now I'm feelin mellow ywllow too! thanks!;-) TL

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan
Reviewed on April 16, 2009
what a gift for you to share-thsank you!

Reviewed by Connie Faust
Reviewed on April 16, 2009
I really like how you treated this, with "these guys" flying in from Mexico. You and your mutts know where to go, and when, to catch the best shows. The singing group is so dashing in those shining coats! You bring much sparkle to the wonder of nature.
Connie

Reviewed on April 16, 2009
Beautiful poem and birds, and amusing mutt. I like your presentation of it in poetic lines.

Cynthia

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo
Reviewed on April 16, 2009
Oh what a joyful, adventurous and exciting afternoon to share with your dogs. A chance to once again view a small piece of nature at her best...

Be always safe,
Karen

Reviewed on April 16, 2009
Louis in the bushes, or maybe was it you calling ha, never seen that kind Ed, all is black here, Blackbirds too ha, but I seen some immigrante coloured red white and blue, american?
Bless you friend! Jasmin Horst

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on April 16, 2009
You are so lucky to have such a diverse and beautiful blend of domestic and natural wildlife to entertain and soothe your soul...great write and a great capture...
fee

Reviewed by Ed Matlack
Reviewed on April 16, 2009
Donovan would be proud of this music & this write...enjoyed it on this end...Ed

Reviewed on April 16, 2009
Neat lookin' bird; have never seen 'em (yet)! Well done, my friend; bravo! Love the music, too, it fits the "nature" of this poem perfectly!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D

Reviewed by Christine Alwin
Reviewed on April 16, 2009
I have only seen this bird once...enjoyable read Ed!

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson
Reviewed on April 16, 2009
It always amazes me how much I learn from reading one of your writes. Thank you, Ed.

Reviewed by Georg Mateos
Reviewed on April 16, 2009
Yes, they are a fascinating gang when they keep in the wild, because they are one with Nature, but as man are destroying more and more of their habitat they are forced to look for food near man.
You are as informative as ever, and we envy you, your pets, your flying friends, and the effort to keep every creature safe.
Thanks.

Georg


Reviewed on April 16, 2009
What pretty birds! Have never seen this species. Always learn so much coming to your page, Ed, thank you! All creatures, furred and feathered, have a friend in you. :) Well done!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.


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