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Becki Clifton's avatar

“But the Pileated Woodpeckers

rule the day with their tropical calls.

the other night I heard the Barred Owl

inquire "Who cooks for you?"

Two of my favorites to hear in my swamp & if I’m lucky, sometimes at the farm, a mile away, too. Beautiful poem, Ray.

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Ray Zimmerman's avatar

They are both incredible birds.

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Tara Perrot's avatar

No one should ever give up the walk to work :) wonderful - thank you 🙏

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Ray Zimmerman's avatar

Indeed.

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Sue Gridley's avatar

You would look dignified and eccentric with a walking stick or hiking stick! And, if people point out you are old and should be careful, you could beat the crap out of them with it.

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Ray Zimmerman's avatar

I have only gotten as far as carrying the stick.

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Jeanne Malmgren's avatar

Wonderful, Ray!

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Ray Zimmerman's avatar

Thank you.

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