Crow Conference

 Crow Conference

Set up a ruckus, crow conference. Passionate discussion! What is so important, bringing such angst?   I am simply a bystander in this crazy ear shattering debate tossed back and forth like a badminton game.  Marshland trees- of Alder, birch, oak and cottonwood- are their conference room.  They have come from far and wide.  Is it a judgment session, a family reunion, or feud?  Calls ring out in dark rasping vowels drifting in the wind and echoing through the canopy.

Was I invited to their meeting, set my toe through the door? They are unaware and mindless of their interruptions, as I proceed; in my own endeavors of respite and contemplation, reading and thinking. Where is my peace? They are shady peace thieves! Shall I Stay and wait?  Surly they must tire of arguments.

In a sudden roar of clapping beaks they rush skyward, rudely announcing themselves- spitting venom! Board room exits in black cloud-members en-mass. An unwanted few stay behind, wanting to continue unfinished business. Unwanted by me!

Feverish new meeting: The Process begins in earnest, an entertaining discussion by scant remaining few.  Just drop the subject! They cannot. Crow conference pulls at the departing to entertain themselves anew,as only crows can do. With a rising huff of cries they now flock, bristling and brushing through the air away.

Departing, they say their final goodbyes and drifting farewells; on, and on, and on.  Floating and flying overhead,like a cloud of black air crafts, one by one.  Finally my tormentors are gone. Will they return?  The peace settles. Solitude resumes, while my shattered nerves breathe a sigh of relief, in a new melody. I cling to a new inner, joyous and harmonious tune and smile.

                    

Kathy Van Kurin        December 2016                

Reviews

[barleygirl]

Crows cawing can be very annoying, but somehow you've woven it into a mini-drama including a nice sprinkling of "office" lingo that makes this personification playful & original. This is highly imaginative & I admire your wide-angle thinking as you watch the creatures around you! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Oh Margie,
Your take on this poem just tickled my heart! I am glad you got a kick out of this because I had a blast writing it. Crows are fascinating critters and many of us understand how interesting they are.
It's neat to see how others view the writing of one another. I love your reviews and thanks much.
Blessings!
Kathy

[barleygirl]

You have such a beautiful spirit! Here's to watching it fly in the new year! *smile*

[James]

What an awesome piece of prose. Isn't nice to finally get away from all the chatter and just get some peace?

[Kathy Van Kurin]

James A.
Boy, you got that right. I found the day perfect, the breeze uplifting, the pond inspiring........................the crows maddening. Thanks for your review and coming by. Kathy

[Lydia Shutter]

An uplifting ending to a deeply introspective write, Kathy. Funny how the intrusion of noise into our day can be a blessing or a curse. I liked the personification of the crows. Lydi**

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Lydia,
They are a species of bird that many either love or hate but many also just find them crazily intersting. Your helpful review is a nice spur for my mind. I get to see sometihing I write out of your eyes..........Thanks so very much. Yes it was an intrusion of noise! I did not want them there, had other plans and was actually a little miffed! You are spot on. I wish you all special and gentle moments of introspection and peace and of course inspiration to create for you do it so well. Blessings to you dear lady. Kathy

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you for those kind words, Kathy. Always a pleasure to read you.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Lydia, your the best and have a good week my dear.

[Sami Khalil]

The title and poem are amazing. I need more time to unlock all its power and message. God bless...:)...................

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Sami Khalil,
It is nice of you to read and comment any way you like. This one was a very interesting experience in both the inspiration and writing process. In fact kind of crazy!! Blessings as always to you..............Kathy

[Sami Khalil]

Blessings. .. .: :: :)))))))

[An owl on the moon]

Those last words confessed my flood of feelings while reading of this magnificent conference, for it brought a joy to me, a music to me, and a deep smile in my whole being. I walk each morning to watch the sunrise, and oh how the crows have been in wildness throughout the forest lately. Your thoughts gave them context and realization, these meetings with calling wonders!

[Kathy Van Kurin]

CFroman,
You love to be a wordsmith! I so enjoy your reviews and the well understood descriptions you give. I am glad you have the opportunity to walk in such a precious wood's setting. You are able to be strengthened and refreshed. This was the first time I had ever seen-experience crows on such a large and tumultuous manner. They would not be denied! It was so crazy! Well bye for now................Kathy

[An owl on the moon]

I am glad they let you in on their enchanted discussion, and that you could weave such a brilliant glimpse for all of us to see... and hear! :)

[Kathy Van Kurin]

I am glad to hear from someone such as yourself with such generous encouragement to bestow.........It helps keep me going.........You are a gem. C Froman!

[MOON]

A murder of crows like life . Lovely descriptive write.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

MOON,
They are a force to be reckoned with that is for sure! I wish you could of experienced this particular crow conference with me. It surly was outrageous! Thanks for taking the time to read and review............Kathy

[Shannon]

I love cedar the noisy arguing boardroom analogy. I'm imagining the birds all puffed up and pompous looking.

The racket is well described, the birds really well characterized and the piece is very original.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

SMi,
You have truly encouraged my heart. The sharing before others of writing is a vulnerable exercise so words like yours do a lot to encourage. Have you had-seen much in the way of crow business? It would be fun to do a community crow writing thing......................Kathy

[Coyote Poetry]

I enjoyed the story written my friend.
"Finally my tormentors are gone. Will they return? The peace settles. Solitude resumes while my shattered nerves breathe a sigh of relief in a new melody. I cling to a new inner joyous and harmonious tune and smile."
I liked the positive ending above. Thank you Kathy for sharing the amazing tale.
Coyote

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Coyote,
This particular day I was not wanting any company. They didn't care! You got it! When thier departure was realized it was so lovely! I am so glad for your review and helpful input and of course so glad you enjoyed my little narrative..........Blessings, kathy

[Coyote Poetry]

I love your work and you are welcome Kathy.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Thanks loads, Mr. Coyote. Your a great guy. Take care.......and bye for now. kathy.

[Effector Prime]

Never read anything like it. And never will. I refrain from reading prose, if not perhaps the first thirty or hundred words because my attention span is like that of a goldfish's But this up here, had me hooked on it like a crow circling a prey its already diving in on. And I thought... What did I just read? wow I couldn't relate... It had me hooked. I was sorry the tormentors had left :(

Thank you.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Effector Prime,
hope you liked it. This was a blast to write. I had someone read it here at home and thought it was an allegory to all the political protests that have been beating their drums. Your never know what an author might be saying....................Kathy

[Effector Prime]

Absolutely! :D

[Valentine]

Not many crows here but we are avid bird and deer feeders so we get to enjoy many types and colors of God's creations. Valentine

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Valentine,
You really said it "God's creation" We cannot help but be inspired. You are in England I think and I bet you see a little bit different wildlife than we do here. One time my husband and I were in Amsterdam and saw trumpeter swans, a two color jay and and a duck that i'd not seen. Lorikeets all over. this was just in the city. Amazing. You live in a really neat country. Iv'e not been there; maybe someday...........Kathy. Thanks for reading......................Kathy

[Valentine]

No, in Michigan, was in Arkansas before losing my husband. Kathie

[Norman 223]

What a wonderfully descriptive piece this Kathy.
I loved your concept of the cacophony that a group of crows can create. Did you know that the collective noun is called a "murder" of crows. Your poem epitomises this descripton perfectly. We have several such groups near us and at sunset the noise is almost deafening. Your poem has given me a new thought- I shall refer to them as a " massacre" of crows in future.
I will be happy to share the copyright with you, if the term is officially accepted, however.......;-))
Norman

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Norman223,
I did not know about the term "murder of crows." That is really so interesting. I like your term "massacre" as well. Your a creative guy. I loved your review; lots to think on and smile at too. Anyway crows are sounding more crazy all the time! Bless you sir............................Kathy