Mating Mallards
HE:
Racing up-stream, low and
tight with his reflection —
In awe, I stop to watch.
HE:
Breaks with grace
and does a 180 to join Her.
SHE:
Continues to drift with the flow
and with her ladies in waiting —
And I practiced Tai Chi inspired.
In waterfowl mating, it’s the female’s choice.
. . .
One year later to the month, I receive my first shot.