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The Crow’s Weighty Mission

By Ivor Steven
August 26, 2024
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Why is the crow
Carrying such a large twig?
It is not nest building time.

Maybe a strengthening rod,
To help hold the new chicks
In their cozy cradles?

Or a protection stick
To help ward off
The feral predators?

Whatever the reason,
His tenacious flight
Is a weighty mission!


Editor: Erynn Crittenden


 

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Ivor Steven

Ivor Steven was formerly an Industrial Chemist, then a Plumber, and has been writing poetry for 19 years. He has had numerous poems published in anthologies, and on-line magazines. He is an active member of the Geelong Writers Inc.(Australia), and is a team member/barista with the on-line magazine "Go Dog Go Cafe" (America).

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  • LC Ahl (Lucy)
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    May 4, 2026
    Great story Scarlett! Excellent delivery!

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  • LC Ahl (Lucy)
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    May 4, 2026
    I loved this series. You have a gift for world building!

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    April 14, 2026
    Thank you very much for your kind words, Derrick

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    Thank you so much for visiting my poem here at CHW, Beth

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