Times Eight
/Nature is truly fascinating.
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The patience of a spider as it weaves its silky art
Eight legs that need no orders on how each should do its part
A multitude of jewel-like eyes mark each and every thread
Designs which seem impossible from such a tiny head
Genetic DNA involved, old patterns reproduced
Copied with machine-like skills, no pre-planned thoughts induced
Some webs suspended in mid-air, reflecting sun on strands
Others form dark tunnels with their endless sticky bands
Their size is not a factor in the fear they can create
An unexpected sighting causes hearts to palpitate
Like eating forest mushrooms; are they good or are they bad?
They all look like they’re deadly, it’s enough to drive one mad
Though some are large and frightening, most are small and hard to find
The tale of their existence told by webs they leave behind
Exquisite engineering sometimes trumps our fear and hate
They understand the math of life, while working in base eight
Existing as a paradox: some frighten, some amaze
Just one small gift of life on Earth on which our eyes can gaze
By James Geehring
From: United States
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