This weeks poem inspired by a recent visit to a lovely forest lodge near Mabamba swamp, where the forest was alive with many birds, animals and insects, including gorgeous Redtailed monkeys.

Redtails

Chirps, croaks, twig cracks and rustling

Deepen forest quiet

Above leap monkey silhouettes

Bright, red tails catch the light

Among tight-packed green foliage

Black shining eyes inquire,

White heart-shaped noses wrinkle

Curved, red tails sweetly bait

Along thin dipping branches

Fruit tempt, just out of reach

Dark fingers stretch for treasures

Strong, red tails anchor weight

Tiny forms cling closely

Bright faces cheek to cheek

Below broad, forking branches

Long, red tails intertwine   

Near Mabamba Swamp

2017