19 July 2012
What was that? Holding tall, Quick blink, Very still.
Was there something? Look left, Quick blink, Gulp.
Am I in danger? Step right, Quick blink, Rustle wing.
Does it see me? Look ahead, Stare Silent fart.
Can I eat it? Slow step, Quick blink, Smell.
Can it eat me? Sheeeet! Head in sand, Stiff.
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My Ostrich Is Heading South • Opuss № I