watercolour and ink on paper

COCK

The cock loves being about the hens, though willing to fight for the position chooses to patiently wait for the right moment to earnestly talk to the hens, to gain their confidence and perhaps their love.  The cock is sure of this approach, there is no dithering or indecisive action.  The cock understands this chosen roll is one that will not attract the affection of those who only have eyes for the cock of the yard, but as everyone knows the cock of the yard is merely the biggest bully while the hen whisperer is the true leader.  Well cock assures everyone this is the case.

Welcome to the House of Masks, my beautiful cock, welcome to this strange place with its strange rules.  Be careful, my beautiful cock, be yourself even when the rules challenge you as they will.  Take care, my beautiful cock, or this place will be the end of you.

YAWN GREAT

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