I have a living

notification system

that, with a series

of deafening barks,  lets me

know when someone is outside.

JDG

An albino fawn

on a solitary walk,

pauses for a bite

before slowly moving on

accompanied by bird song.

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Under cloudless skies

cardinals, bluejays, woodpeckers,

crows, and ravens dined,

but, of course, they were soon joined

by their neighbors, the squirrels.

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In our fast paced world

of speed and multitasking,

it takes discipline

to pause, slow down, take a breath,

focus, and simply savor.

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,

Rounding a sharp carve,

I saw a small squirrel and feared

it was too late, but

 he was both a quick thinker

and an amazing runner.

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As I try to write,

the cat keeps nudging my hand.

I guess she wants some

modifications made now

while she can oversee them.

JDG

In our house we have

living clocks. They never miss

a beat. They’ll always 

let us know when it’s time to

 wake up, get up, spread the food.

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You’ll never guess what

a little bird told me, but

I’ll give you a hint.

It all had to do with birds,

squirrels, rising sun, and seeds.

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Separated by

a panel of sliding glass

we’re able, squirrels,

birds, cats, and I, to find peace

sharing a meal together.

JDG