The Ancients Speak
He Remembers and Quickly Forgets...41 total reviews
Comment from Ric Myworld
It's almost as if you could read ol' Redbeak's mind, and his feasting on apples leads me to believe you know a little about parrots. Although, I know nothing at all. Life's all about the smiles, so thanks for this one! Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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It's almost as if you could read ol' Redbeak's mind, and his feasting on apples leads me to believe you know a little about parrots. Although, I know nothing at all. Life's all about the smiles, so thanks for this one! Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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Ol' Redbeak is a chip of the ol' block... I know they live or can live 100 years or more... and they are natural-born comedians... but, he squawked at me as I was strolling through Google Images... am affliction I have... so once again I am grateful for your stellar review... yours, di
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Ol' Redbeak is a chip of the ol' block... I know they live or can live 100 years or more... and they are natural-born comedians... but, he squawked at me as I was strolling through Google Images... am affliction I have... so once again I am grateful for your stellar review... yours, di
Comment from irishauthorme
Wow. Penetrating verse, reflections on personal freedom, the changing seasons when all the birds leave for a warmer climate.
But who knows what those intelligent birds really think?
Watched a video of a (Brazillian I think?) parrot looking at a bottle with a treat in it and a pipe cleaner nearby. The parrot bent a hook into the pipe cleaner, put it down the bottleneck, and retrieved the treat.
Ha.
And we think We are smart?
irish
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Wow. Penetrating verse, reflections on personal freedom, the changing seasons when all the birds leave for a warmer climate.
But who knows what those intelligent birds really think?
Watched a video of a (Brazillian I think?) parrot looking at a bottle with a treat in it and a pipe cleaner nearby. The parrot bent a hook into the pipe cleaner, put it down the bottleneck, and retrieved the treat.
Ha.
And we think We are smart?
irish
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Thanks... love the story it made me giggle... thanks so much for the stellar review. yours, di
Comment from Bill Schott
This poem, The Ancients Speak, has a thoughtful view of all that history has rolled out and, as we view it in retrospect, imagining how bold and brave we were. Then, with a nod to creature comforts, discount all thatb came before.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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This poem, The Ancients Speak, has a thoughtful view of all that history has rolled out and, as we view it in retrospect, imagining how bold and brave we were. Then, with a nod to creature comforts, discount all thatb came before.
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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I am afraid O'l Red beak is a chip off the old block... and he has learned to like creature comforts. yours, di
Comment from RGstar
As usual, always your take on things that I like. Loved the humour, the quirk, the imagery.
I am sure looking at parrots in a different way from now on.
My best wishes.
RG
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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As usual, always your take on things that I like. Loved the humour, the quirk, the imagery.
I am sure looking at parrots in a different way from now on.
My best wishes.
RG
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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I suspect that Ol' Redbeak is a lot like me. A chip-off the old block really. So, he decided to evolve preferring creature comforts as it were... thanks for your stellar fun review... I really appreciate that when you review you address me and not a vague bunch of gobbly-guck taking up space.
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You are never that...you are worth every word.
Have a good weekend
Comment from Nathan J Hope
I really enjoyed reading your poem.
This is so amazing and very well written.
I hope you will win the contest
Looking forward to read some your work
Thank you for sharing
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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I really enjoyed reading your poem.
This is so amazing and very well written.
I hope you will win the contest
Looking forward to read some your work
Thank you for sharing
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Thanks so much Nathan... thanks for the good wishes...
Comment from Thatguypk
It's a wise bird that appreciates its home comforts, even when the call of the wild echoes in the corners of its mind. This is a very creative form, of the poem within the poem. It works extremely well. Very nice verses, and a lovely photo.
PK
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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It's a wise bird that appreciates its home comforts, even when the call of the wild echoes in the corners of its mind. This is a very creative form, of the poem within the poem. It works extremely well. Very nice verses, and a lovely photo.
PK
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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It is a wise bird indeed... Ol? Redbeak is a chip off the old block. Thanks for the stellar review... so appewciated. Di
Comment from Raul1
You are right. It is a complete mystery of what the ancients have done. I really did like your story in a poem. Exceptional work! No grammatical errors. Thank you for sharing! Good luck!
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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You are right. It is a complete mystery of what the ancients have done. I really did like your story in a poem. Exceptional work! No grammatical errors. Thank you for sharing! Good luck!
Comment Written 27-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Raul... I?m humbled and honored for the six-star review... appreciate your vote of confidence.
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You're welcome!
Comment from MissMerri
Very nice poem inside a poem! I enjoyed this very much and hope it does well in the contest. I thought it was very cleverly done, but also told a neat little story.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Very nice poem inside a poem! I enjoyed this very much and hope it does well in the contest. I thought it was very cleverly done, but also told a neat little story.
Comment Written 27-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Miss Merri... always a pleasure when you step by my shop. Yours di
Comment from June Sargent
I loved this! Obviously, he does not envy the birds heading south for the winter. Not when he gets to sit by a nice warm fire, being fed apples slices and sundry snacks by a human. who adores him! Great story in a poem - highlighting a beautiful bird.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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I loved this! Obviously, he does not envy the birds heading south for the winter. Not when he gets to sit by a nice warm fire, being fed apples slices and sundry snacks by a human. who adores him! Great story in a poem - highlighting a beautiful bird.
Comment Written 27-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Thanks so much for the stellar review... much appreciated.
Comment from Pearl Edwards
I like the thoughts you give Ol' Redbeak as he sits in his cage hearing other birds outside flying free. But then he thinks of the cold, the snow appreciating the warmth inside. Loved your final line.
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2022
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I like the thoughts you give Ol' Redbeak as he sits in his cage hearing other birds outside flying free. But then he thinks of the cold, the snow appreciating the warmth inside. Loved your final line.
Comment Written 27-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2022
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Me too... I think I might be personifying Ol' Redbeak without his permission... oh well... he hasn't squawked yet. I think he's doin' alright. Thanks so much for your stellar review Pearl... so appreciated. yours, di
