Mysterious and elusive
Is the mighty owl.
Awesome creature of beauty
Different from other fowl.

Roost high up on a limb
As he watches the nights sky.
Never having to move
Rotating his head as he spies.

Cunning and graceful too
Nocturnal in his ways.
Hunts his prey by night
And sleeps during the day.

His watchful eye always alert
Calling out for his mate.
Watching the moonlit canvas
Above him, what a display.

Another eye is watchful too
He sees our every move.
His desire for us to be good,
His love is kind and true.

So like the owl, stay alert
And do the best you can.
Live your life, be an example
Shine God's light for man.

© 2005 Shirley Barr
Used with permission