"Mourning Dove"

The mourning dove is lovely

It has a gentle coo

He's plump and oh so regal

And loves to sing to you

So listen early mornings

For a soft caressing sound

For you are in the presence

Of royalty I've found

He struts just like a pigeon

But of a higher class

Upon his head with honor

A monocle or glass

My favorite bird forever

The mourning dove will be

He's plump and soft and gentle

And such a joy to see!

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7-13-98 I needed to write something about the lovely Mourning Dove