Owl

Eastern Screech Owl, megascops asio
photo, Raptor Trust, New Jersey

An owl - -

And I am reminded

That death awaits me.

Patient:

Watching its intended

Picking its own time.

Then swoop!

Down from the sturdy branch;

Lunging at its prey.

Movements

So sure -- confirm the truth;

Pity has no place.

Closing

The blinds, I return to

Washing the dishes.