Arachnid on My Window

Spotted the spider through my window and took a picture of her while she was at work. I do hope she appreciates the publicity.

Swaying in the wind

is an eight legged friend

Hanging in the air

by invisible thread

Coming from nowhere

with no detectable end.

Carefully does she spin

her intricate design 

That is to be her home

of string so fine

Sticky enough to trap the flies

on which she will most happily dine.

As she toils through the day

I see stripes on her back

And if memory serves

she has no venom lack

So I’ll keep my distance 

lest she try to attack.

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Fascinating to watch aren't they? Such diligent workers and their webs an intricate wonder of spinning. I do think of them as friends though everyone else in my household freaks out when they are about. I have no fear of them. Enjoyed the read Karissa. Thank you.

Chris

[Karissa A. Kelly]

It's such a common trend, they're such unique creatures that contribute so much to the environment but have such a bad reputation for their "scary" appearance. I'm glad you enjoyed this poem, thank you for reviewing!

K. A. Kelly

[Chris Shaw]

You are most welcome :)