They’re back, those four roving tom turkeys. This morning, I spotted them shuffling between the rows of cars in the parking lot near the Scouts Canada premises. They seemed to be collaborating seriously as they stepped along the path. Well, what’s up? I presume that Tom and his brother-in-law Tim have lured the accompanying two American relatives across the border seeking asylum for their families here in Canada.
According to environmental experts, these birds have roots in Virginia, USA. They have deep concern for their families who are multiplying rapidly. With the present government upset and trade talks, the future looks grim.
The sheltered spot along the banks of the Thames River looks inviting. It is well treed for winter protection and there are few wild predators. Human beings are afoot but pose no threat. Tom boasts to his friends of Canadian laws that protect their species. Happily, gun control is stricter here in our fair land.
How long will the trade talks continue? In the meantime, I wonder when we will see Tillie Turkey arrive with her brood bobbing past the dining room window, nibbling a few blades of grass as they head to their new Canadian digs. You’re doing good work, negotiators! May the NAFTA trade talks results come to beneficial fruition for all, as planned.
- By Sr. Eileen Foran