I was surprised to see a little red fox trotting
up the exact middle as if he owned the world.
Living near a large park, we are often treated
to visits from God’s creatures, a rare treat.
Quadrille #48, submitted to dVerse
January 15, 2018
He came down the middle of the street
Elegant sienna, with a bounce to his step
A handsome fellow on the move
Never minding the snow, secure in his world
Disappearing into our woods, he headed home
No doubt wife and kits waited dinner
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Moments such as you describe are so special. We live in a rural area and have similar experiences. It's a thrill.
ReplyDeleteI would love to see a fox in the snow. Delightful Bev.
ReplyDeleteA great image you painted here. Reminds us that God is the original master artist.
ReplyDeleteWe see them here. They are stunning! A few years ago a mother and her 7 kits took residence in my shed.
ReplyDeleteI saw some osprey flying today near a conservation area while walking. I had a similar feeling to what you seemed to have had with seeing that fox. Of course I was the one walking near their street.
ReplyDeleteWonderful experience, Bev!
ReplyDeleteA handsome fella, indeed. I am deeply envious of this experience. There's nothing I love more than an encounter with nature. A wonderful use for the word, and the challenge.
ReplyDeleteThat must have been an amazing sight. I wonder what message he brought for you that day?
ReplyDeleteYou've captured that moment wonderfully, Bev! I especially love 'Elegant sienna, with a bounce to his step'.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful observation Bev. I would love to see a fox traversing my street or garden. I hope he was able to provide for his family.
ReplyDeleteAnna :o]
a confident bounds to the steps of your poem Bev
ReplyDeleteA very beautiful creature, a rare treat!! A few years ago, I was coming down off the mesa, and there at the side of the road, was a desert fox, waiting to cross, with dinner hanging from his mouth. Indian land is close by, I think maybe he or she had a den there.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sight that must have been!
ReplyDelete"He came down the middle of the street
ReplyDeleteElegant sienna"
Oh my gosh, that is gorgeous.
I love foxes... have seem one or two in the neighborhood... and I'm happy that I don't have chickens.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful experience! I love your fox's 'Elegant sienna, with a bounce to his step' and s/he looks in very good condition :o) xxx
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