Did You Ever?

Did You Ever?

A Poem by Chris Shaw
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Scientific facts here folks.

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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.

© 2019 Chris Shaw


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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.

Posted 2 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

2 Years Ago

You made me smile Crowley. I have been fortunate. The men I've known I've liked. Some of the women t.. read more



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It's a good thing that they don't have police forces. Those gals would have the serious charge to contend with, LOL. --- This was a fun read, well written and laid out, different and fun. Thanks.

Posted 2 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

2 Years Ago

Thank you Falcon. Pleased you enjoyed. It was fun to write this one.

Chris
This story is such fun.. Had no idea that this happened among dragonflies.. Wonder if other creatures react the same...
Love it...and of course plan to tell everyone I know,
Lisa, getting late in the cool, windy day here in Spain

Posted 2 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

2 Years Ago

This subject tickled me Lisa. It was fun to write. Thank you for checking it out.

Chr.. read more
My oh my Chiris, this reallyy captures the pressures a woman has to be the perfect mom for her husband just so they won't be alone.

Posted 2 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

2 Years Ago

Ha! Thank you Dale. Pleased you enjoyed the fun. Hope all is OK in your world. Sending best wishes a.. read more
Hehehe! Unless it is a handsome actor, musician or a ravishing millionaire. Just kidding. I love it.
Witty and educational at the same time.
Here is another one: Hiding from Trump and his advances.

Posted 2 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

2 Years Ago

Thank you Sami. Pleased you enjoyed the fun. All good wishes.

Chris
Sami Khalil

2 Years Ago

Hehehe! You are welcome. All wonderful things.
Could be worse. She could be a Black Widow. Man-eaters are the worst. Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water...
Well, you know, I couldn't resist the Jaws reference! Nicely done.

Posted 2 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

2 Years Ago

Thank you MJS for checking out my fun write. I do agree, beware of black widows. Those man eaters ar.. read more
A great poem Chris . . . including that ironic ending.
Tom

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Thank you Tom for all your encouragement. Much appreciated.

Chris
Wow, I've heard of insects and even fish in the sea having the ability to change colors but faking your own death to avoid the opposite sex...that's a new one. ha

Nice info Chris.

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Clever little things aren't they? These facts amused me so much, they deserved a poem. Thanks for ch.. read more
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Rye
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

I REALLY LOVE this part, This is deep really, I enjoyed this write. So nicely penned

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Many thanks Ryanna. I appreciate your thoughts and your visit.

Chris
My grandmother called dragonflies God's darning needles and if we told a lie one would come to sew our lips shut. I'm still here, lips open...so either the story wasn't true...or I've never told a lie.
What are the odds? ;>{0}

Posted 5 Years Ago


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Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Why Ted you've always been a good boy :) Thank you for sharing your dragonfly story with us. I love .. read more
Smiling here...you have taught me something today, Chris. The female dragonfly is very clever...cunning...coquettish. Who would have dreamed this? Mother Nature is a cagey one. Loved this. Lydi**

Posted 5 Years Ago


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Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Hello Lydi**, I have to agree with you on all three counts. Who would have thought that nature was s.. read more

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