MATTERS BENEATH

I'm watching you, but say nothing

Matters Beneath

From his high untidy nest
in a leafy Dogwood tree
Robin takes note
of matters beneath

Shrewd of reason
dark purple exposes
truth and lies below
he muses in violets
mankind challenges his melody
I shan't fault
yet I pay heed to all

Reviews

[Silmara McGarry]

And then there is my love of birds and spring :-)))Such delightful well put poem that I enjoy it so very much reading it!!!
Thank you for sharing and I hope all is great with you Betty :-)))

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you so much for stopping by and reviewing my poem
Best
Betty

[cheyenne s garcia]

That was beautiful, to read. I really liked it.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you for your kind words!
Best, B

[Dave Brown]

To me, this one means a sure sign of spring
We once had a family raised in a thick vine which leaned against our livingroom window and were able to watch the whole process
we've tried to keep in touch with each other but its difficult because they never stay in one place for very long

[Betty Hermelee]

Thanks Dave for a springtime upbeat comment!! These birds can be very shrewd at times, knowing everything but saying nothing.
Best, B.

[Ken Simm.]

I really love this. Even if it is an American robin. I presume the one in the photograph?. I love the structure and the subject equally and find myself nodding in agreement with the thoughts given. Excellent Robin. And much more than just a nature poem.

[Betty Hermelee]

What a lovely review Ken, and you're correct; it's much more than a nature poem!
Best, B

[Zeitgeist Manifesto]

Living without attaching a story to everything. The robin is observant and wise. I enjoyed this story.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you for your understanding review
Best, B

[jacob erin-cilberto]

no faulting, just understanding...if only there were more robins and less judgmental people,
the nest would be much more tidy and livable.
j.

[Betty Hermelee]

I agree and thanks for your “ understanding review!
Best
B.

[knighngale]

Hellos, enjoyed that one. I love the picture and prose. Great read, :D

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you for your review, kind words
Best
B

[knighngale]

most welcome, dear :S😋🤗

[John the Baptist]

Robin appears very satisfied with himself and life in general from the height of his dogwood aerie. I advise him to stay there. Man isn't always kind.

[Betty Hermelee]

Don’t worry he just observes, doesn’t interfere!
Thanks so much John
Best
B.

[William Michael Reeves]

The colors of a bird's song. Good poetic idea. As of today I guess all the birdies Twitter to Elon Musk's song. Now they'll be singing whatever they want as they observe our failings. Let's hope we don't fail the birds!

[Betty Hermelee]

Very nice review W. I like it!
Best
B.

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

I do love your imagery! Taking notes from below, he must be looking out for harm! Birds are beautiful creatures that sing beautiful peaceful tunes.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Kathy, yes and they can be excellent observers too!
Best, B

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

My pleasure