My mockingbird had lovely new mate this year
They flew together everywhere
Was he loving and protecting her
Or was she staying close out of fear
What matters most, they were a team
Flitting happily from tree to tree
Fresh feathered new ones
A chirping happy family
The future was bright
So it seemed
Feathers strewn on my front doorstep
Unveil the sad new tale
Another relationship ending in a bloody trail
My mockingbird must once again accept
That women are tasty easy prey
For sharks disguised as cats
Love is food, whether a bird or a rat
I recognize that mockingbird's song
Perched alone today
Is what is left behind
The reward of those who stay?