Forage- poetic expression

Forage.
An alternative word to replace some common words when referring to searching, or seeking out, especially in relation to food or other necessities. Only one poem to share on this platform this week.

Hope you enjoy it.

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Fairy blues


They found their perfect place
For their colony to support their race

To feel safe and sound
Knowing humans weren’t around
 
Nestled in the rocks 
Close to the docks

Their eggs were laid 
With enough cover to shade
 
As they warmed, they hatched
And the baby penguins detached 

Patiently waiting for darkness to arrive 
For mother’s return, with her catch – the prize 

Excited tourists would wait too 
To witness the return of the fairy blues 

But sadly with the ocean temperature rise 
Only fear is now heard in the babies’ cries 

For despite their attempts at foraging for ocean food 
The adult penguins had nothing accrued 

These penguins no longer return at night 
Giving locals much concern for their plight 

It’s now been many long weeks 
Where the safe home on Bicheno beach 

Is no longer the place for this usual routine
Where this wonderful act of nature was once seen

Our hearts bleed…
And the world asks why? 

TLaB    03.02.25

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