Did You Ever?

Scientific facts here folks.

Did you ever contemplate

that female dragonflies 

can seemingly lie?

Determined to be mistress

of their own fate,

studies have discovered

that ladies of the species

will feign death

rather than succumb to

the advances of rampant mates.

Forgive me for smiling

because it tickles me to find

such punishing plans put in place,

talk about anything

for a bit of peace.

"A not tonight darling

I've got a headache

I can't face it", is pretty tame

when you compare it

to the games those winged divas play.

Got to hand it to them

they ain't flitting about with any nonsense

unless they are in the mood

and feel broody.

A simple "Go away" out of the question.

They'd rather fake their own demise,

drastic measures to avoid

one of life's little pleasures.

Reviews

[Crowley]

Oh wow...I did not know this. It seems the perfect affect. Its why I enjoy the company or women. Not in that way, but because of the way that history and patriarchal hierarchy have played out. I can't imaging the s**t and minutia that women have to deal with. That being said, I applaud this fact finding mission and have to say, I would play dead as well.

[Chris Shaw]

You made me smile Crowley. I have been fortunate. The men I've known I've liked. Some of the women though, they have been a
pain in the butt :) Thanks for stopping by. Much appreciated.

Chris

[Vertigo Cat1111]

I love how something about this little bug was turned into such a fun poem! It’s so fun and flows so well. The imagery is bright and wonderful, and it’s insightful. I hardly knew much about dragonflies,
but I definitely remember you said you used to be frightened of them when you were little! I feared praying mantises and still kind of do, honestly. They’re both such fascinating bugs and you captured the dragonflies very well here. Thank you so much for sharing!

[Chris Shaw]

You have a good memory. I was frightened of them as a child. Pleased you enjoyed the fun here. I certainly enjoyed writing this poem. Many thanks you'd for stopping by Vertigo Cat.

Chris

[Miss Sharon]

LOL This is so funny. Thank you for making an old lady laugh. ~Sharon

[Chris Shaw]

So pleased it brought you a smile Sharon. It was fun to write and a little laughter is so good for the soul.

Chris

[Louisa Chan]

What a unique and interesting topic!!
"drastic measures to avoid
one of life's little pleasures"
Well put!

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Louusa for checking this fun write out. Pleased you enjoyed the read.

Chris

[Ken Simm.]

I've always been fascinated with the fact that dragonflies can be where the prey is going to be before the prey knows where it is going to be. I presume that goes for female dragonflies as well.
Liked it. Witty.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Ken. Pleased you enjoyed. All good wishes.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Chris… my husband has been watching old mystery movies and I am finally starting to relax… go figure. No movie can compare to your Poem and the reviews you received. Invasion seems to be in Nature… while we contemplate our own Destiny. Dragonflies with rainbow 🌈 wings are pretty with telepathic Witchery. Be blessed with a charming Life as a Butterfly. tenderly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Pat. So pleased you are finding time to relax while Roger enjoys mystery moves. Gorgeous spring day here. Lovely and sunny though have to say I am not feeling the sun inside. Love across the waves.

Chris

[Lathen Griffiths]

A fun and insightful read Chris, wishing you a lovely weekend.

Lathe

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Lathe, I am appreciating the blue sky abd sun. Pleased you enjoyed the fun in this write.

Chris

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

this was so good! I love the imagery you choose to use! Excellent poem!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much Kathy. Have a good day.

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

My pleasure, Chris! Hope you had a great day!

[knighngale]

aww I love the whole scenario, dragonflies are of favorite. The mate doesn't want it, hu? lol it happens to me too, lol, I try to get in a different manner attention, and I don't get any, LOL :D

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased you appreciated the humour here. Thank you so much :)

Chris

[knighngale]

your welcome, Chris, my dear

[Fabian G. Franklin]

I've known some women who would make necrophiliacs wonderful lovers. I guess the dragonflies have their fair share too. (laughing) Black widows and praying mantis females sometimes kill and eat their mates so it might just be for the best. Loved your poem, F.

[Chris Shaw]

Fabian, happy that you saw the humour here. It was fun to write. All the best.

Chris