Civilities

Sitting in our backyard,
I observe the private lives of birds.

Are they friends, or have they just met?
What do they think of our new fountain?

They get along quite well.
Good manners all.

— Michael Anthony, Aug 15, 2025

Style/Type: Free verse

Review Request Intensity: I appreciate moderate constructive criticism

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

Region, Country: San Francisco Bay Area - USA, USA

Favorite Poets: Bukowski, Billy Collins, Ted Kooser, Haiku & Harvey Kurtzman (a visual poet, of sorts)