The Jester

by Maple Tree   Feb 22, 2012


I stood under a random tree
thirty minutes past
the eleventh hour of dawn
collecting my scattered thoughts
before the noon bell rang.

A trifling squirrel scattered about
thinking he was humourous
I gave him my undivided attention
a tiny charcoal grey jester
tangoing back and forth with a twig.

I paid him with a smile, giggled as I walked
gazing within his piercing black eyes
he whispered to me "knitzch, knitzch"
(squirrel language) In my opinion of course
"Peace be with you my new found friend"....

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  • 12 years ago

    by Ending Credits

    'he whispered to me "knitzch, knitzch"'

    Haha, I found that adorable and funny! Squirrels are awesome aren't they? I think they know more than we think they do! O.o Anyway, cute poem, I liked this. It made me smile.

    :)

  • 12 years ago

    by Ronel McCarthy

    Lovely poem-i love animals and you portrayed the squirrel as soooo cute and playful. :)

  • 12 years ago

    by Angie

    Not sure why, but this write makes me feel peaceful, calm, relaxed... maybe because of the simplistic yet pretty picture you painted with your words?! Its precious and this is definitely my favorite by you...

  • 12 years ago

    by Yakori bint Muhammed

    I'm inlove with this, so so heart touching and emotional. The combo of plants and animals is so charming and amazing. A true ardent naturalist you are. Love how this humourous squirrel captivated your attention in your pool of worries. Very creative of you. Blessings to you always and may The Lord grant you more wisdom to appreciate his ever glorious 'Nature of Flora and Fauna'. Hugs. :-).

  • 12 years ago

    by Ms Happiness

    Hahaha this is an awsome poen:)

    I paid him with a smile, giggled as I walked
    gazing within his piercing black eyes
    he whispered to me "knitzch, knitzch"
    (squirrel language) In my opinion of course
    "Peace be with you my new found friend"....
    ^^
    this is my fav part
    Great job:)