City Boy Learns the Birds and the Bees
August 8, 2005
No lie.
I watched two birds mate yesterday.
For me, this was a first.
I was struck—astonished really—
at how hard the male had to work.
Flapping his wings madly while trying to hit his mark.
Over and over again,
He flitted, hopped,
seemed to find his place.
Then he and she flapping urgently for a moment.
And then, just as quickly, off again.
I lost count.
20 times at least before some decision was made,
some conclusion reached,
leaving her alone on the perch.
I smiled at my wife, squeezed her hand.
This love.
This pursuit.
It’s a young man’s game.
Posted by Bill Trippe at August 8, 2005 5:15 PM
