Please give my breadcrumbs to my pal -
The one with the bib and tucker.
He's perching on that leaning limb,
Ready for his supper.
I cannot make it there today
But I know he's waiting for me.
Though hungry he's a gentleman.
I regret this, sorely.
Please give him my apologies
As today's event don't allow
Our usual encounter- but
Here's dinner - with a bow.