Beautiful Assassin

This response is to “Caged Bird”, by Maya Angelou.


Original DDE™ surreal art: “Hunting On The Wing” by: rob kistner © 10/4/23

 
Osprey calling above the forest nearby
eyes focused sharp on the stream below
should he spy trout — he’ll tuck and dive
smooth cunning predator — he fishes solo
takes his victim quick — rocketing in low

talons like knives — he’s a lethal machine
wounds deep and deadly — delivers clean
with stunning precision, power, and pace
his attack instincts are impeccably keen
proud noble bird — pure speed and grace

his call is defiant — listen, you can hear it
that piercing scream — his unique battle cry
independent — you’ll not restrain his spirit
he is swift and agile gliding across the sky
beautiful assassin — stalking from on high

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rob kistner © 10/3/23
Poetry at: dVerse