The Visitor

A visitor came calling this morning, Tap….tap….tapping  on my window; “Now who’s that So impatiently waiting, For me to open the door?” Tap…tap…tap….. Repeatedly, Furiously tapping away, Cocking his head to one side… As if to say….. “What’s taking you so long, honey? I need a room for a day!” Oh, welcome Mr. Tapper With a bright smile I say, My resort is spruced up and ready… You’re welcome…… Forever to stay! There’s a guest house for every visitor, With enough space for two, The granary is overflowing, And there’s a splash pool too! Courteous squirrel waiters All dressed in grey and white, Will serve you fresh nuts And wiggly worms To your great delight!

The black koel will entertain you With her husky trill, While fluorescent green parrots sometimes, Will join in at their will. So, welcome home Mr Tapper, Welcome to Garden Grille, I won’t charge a penny, Oh no, I never will! Be my guest Mr. Tapper, I’d love you to stay, And spread the word ‘bout my resort To your friends far away. When Mother Nature comes a-calling And she does so every day, My spirits soar With songs galore, As I join the myriad birds each morning! -            Falguni Chakravarty