Belangrijkste concepten
The birth of a crow hatchling is a joyous occasion to be celebrated, as the newborn crow embarks on a journey of growth, connection, and the unique experiences that define the life of a crow.
Samenvatting
This poetic piece celebrates the arrival of a new crow hatchling. The author addresses the hatchling directly, welcoming it to the world and offering encouragement and reassurance as it begins its life.
The poem starts by acknowledging the significance of the hatchling's birth, describing it as a "beautiful day / To be new" despite the gray weather. The author encourages the hatchling to "Rejoice" and assures it that the sun will soon shine, and it will feel "Strong and young."
The poem then touches on the hatchling's future, mentioning that its siblings will hatch soon, and it will "connect / Bicker, love and protect" with them. The author also notes that the hatchling's feathers will soon sprout, and it will embrace the "cackling ways" of its kind.
The poem concludes by reassuring the hatchling that its "murder" (the collective term for a group of crows) will stand guard, keeping it safe as it "nibble[s] and then sleep[s]," emphasizing the supportive and protective nature of the crow community.
Throughout the poem, the author's tone is one of warmth, encouragement, and celebration, capturing the joy and wonder of the hatchling's arrival.
Citaten
"How clever of you
To hatch today"
"Soon feathers will sprout
Pluming in days
Such are our cackling ways
Have no doubt"
"Our murder stands guard
Safe you will keep
So nibble and then sleep
It's not hard"