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La Marche de L'Empereur

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

Thursday, August 18, 2005


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“In all things of nature,


There is something of the marvelous.”


 


Aristotle


 


 


They stoically march across the frozen ice


In the most inhospitable place - Antarctica


In a centuries old procession of reproduction


This is an earth species deserving a hardy Brava


 


They endure 80 degree below zero temperatures


As they diligently try to protect their offspring’s egg


Many of these penguins perish in this arduous process


And this life sustaining drama each year on the ice plays


 


If we had to endure the rigorous reproduction rituals they do


In as harsh and inhospitable environment as they to reproduce


We would very likely not be the dominant species on this planet


And having children many of we humans would simply just refuse


 


This epic Emperor Penguin story is for anyone fascinated by nature


Or for anyone who believes that life is a complex arduous journey


This is a graphic centuries old tale of survival on our mother earth


And watching these penguins march is both spectacular and extraordinary


 


 


Now Playing at a Theatre Near You


 


A National Geographic Film by Luc Jacquet


 


And Superbly Narrated by Morgan Freeman


 


I Think This is One of the Best Nature Films Yet


 

 


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Reviewed by L. Figgins
Reviewed on August 22, 2005
Oh, I've been wanting to see this and intend to this weekend. Nature has a lot to teach us and this is a good example of that. Great write, Ed!

Reviewed by Katy Walsvik (Reader)
Reviewed on August 20, 2005
Oh, Eddie K... my breath is suitably taken away by this lovely tribute to our little tuxedoed Emporors! As we've discussed, this is a movie that everyone should see, for it is a lesson in endurance, love, and dedication to family.

YOu have done them proud.

One question, though (look out, this is cheeky) your rhyme sceme makes me wonder if you may have signed up and attended Eddie M's tutorial on backward rhyme. Fear not... I love his and I love yours. (grin) So, you see, you've honored both the lovely penguins AND one of our own species. Nice. katy xox

Reviewed by Cynth'ya Reed
Reviewed on August 19, 2005
Ed: (Ahem!) It would surprise me if you *didn't* see this film. And how did you manage to let Morgan Freeman beat you out of the narrator's role? (LOL) Knowing you, if you had the chance, you would have been on the set drinking hot cocoa and marching along side these Emperors and Empresses, offering to penguin-egg sit.

Since he was a baby, my grandson has grown to love animal documentaries too; thanks to his "Grandmama" and her nature books in the living room bookcase. And you're right about us "baring our bums" in 80 below weather. Human males might freeze up and break off anyway :-p
blessin's Bro. Ed-guin!
cynth'ya

Reviewed by Tracey L. O' Very (Reader)
Reviewed on August 19, 2005
Thanks Ed
I never knew that they endured that low of temps and you are so right if humans had to endure any or just 1/2 of what All Nature endures they couldn't. They just couldn't do it.
Thanks so much Ed you are a wonderful Man!
Spacey xoox's & (c :)'s everyday.

Reviewed on August 19, 2005
Ed,

A beautiful ode to the Emperor Penguin; I haven't seen the movie yet, but am looking forward to a film with no gratuitous violence, swearing or sex. Nature can be violent enough...but that's the way it happens. Survival of the fittest.

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

Have you heard about the "rewilding" thing? People want to take African animals and introduce them into the US Plains...maybe I'll pet a cheetah yet??? :)

Reviewed by Richard Christopher Suarez (Reader)
Reviewed on August 19, 2005

Ed, this is spectacular..it's a priceless example and another\
outstanding subject and expertly expressed ....You're a Natural
teacher.
Fabulous ....excellent piece.
peace',
Rich Criso Suarez

Reviewed by Kate Burnside
Reviewed on August 19, 2005
Goodness, Ed... I would have become extinct eons ago if that were me. Makes pillows and mattresses seem a bit extraneous, don't it? The mind boggles - what determination. I can't work out whether their libido must be strong in order to make the trek.. or weak, waiting so long for fulfillment!? :)) Makes the love-life of us humans seem altogether dull and uninteresting by comparison, don't it?! What we're obviously lacking is challenge! Beautiful visual as well. But, 'fraid my fingers are just about frozen off now, so back to Spain for me... If we were all to sit around watching nature programmes as compulsory viewing, as opposed to the silly docu-soaps about unreal life, I'm sure we'd have our eyes opened to the wonder and marvel that truly surrounds us as mystical and magical, instead of having to drum it up for ourselves. Might breed harmony, too... and procreation. Shall I suggest it as a first step towards saving the world? :)) LOL Kandidate Kate xx

Reviewed by Nordette Adams
Reviewed on August 18, 2005
I needed this, ED. Love the music, too. :-) ~~Nordette

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)
Reviewed on August 18, 2005
So love held on ice!
When I walked to the southpole many years ago. I thought great place for skiing. Bit cold for tea and crumpets..
But the Emperor was kind and loved his new fur coat I gave him.

But did complain about his frozen assets. I told him I had the same problem...

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on August 18, 2005
Brrrrr...cold but most outstanding offering!!

Now I am feeling even colder!!

Love Tinky {shivering}

Reviewed by Peter Paton
Reviewed on August 18, 2005
An epic journey of magnificent proportions Ed
And a quite spectacular and inspiring picture to all
"They stoically march across the frozen ice
In the most inhospitable place - Antarctica "

Peter

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on August 18, 2005
Ed I love to watch Penguins They are a fascinating, amazing part of Earths family, so endearing in their ways.I'm hoping to see the film you mention soon. Love this poem it's a beautiful portrait of the penguin.

tiger
lily

Reviewed by Ed Matlack
Reviewed on August 18, 2005
My teeth are chattering just thinking of those temps, though all Rufuz desires is to chase those birdies that walk and can't fly away from him...;) Ed

Reviewed by Carole Mathys
Reviewed on August 18, 2005
You always bring the truth and beauty of nature to life with your talented pen Ed!.....wonderful write!

love and peace, Carole

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)
Reviewed on August 18, 2005
80 below? put another log on the fire, what else is there to do in such cold weather. The only part I can't figure out is why the Northern parts of Canada is not overpopulated considering this theory. :-)

Thank you for sharing with us your wisdom on the creatures on this planet. The Emperor Penguin is indeed a very interesting creatures. I watched a documtary on them some years ago and was fasinated by what they go through to survive! Great write.

Reviewed on August 18, 2005
Very inspiring write. I knew penguins and their fascinating life for a long time but had never become so sympathetic with them as I do now after reading your poetry. Thanks Ed. for bringing this to our attention.
your friend abdi-noor


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