By Gerald Therrien

Is it to herald your regal realm,

   proclaims this voice serene and bold?

For all who hear it are in your care,

   from God that right you do uphold!

Is it a message sent far and wide,

   an envoy to a love unseen?

That seeks a mate of the proper strain,

   to share your crown and be your queen.

Or do you bring us such joy to hear,

   because you simply love to sing?

My heart bows down as I pass your throne –

   my feathered friend – you should be king!