Poems and Thoughts    by Frank Maurer

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The Octopus. A creature with incredible intelligence. Eyes that rival those of many creatures in the world: The ability to recognize different human faces; Acrobats, with the "dexterity" to escape through small outlets; Possessing small pigment sacks, allowing complex color changes. But the profound and sympathetic question is-- Why with potentially toxic bodily hormones, Must these fascinating creatures die within one year? If octopuses lived to 80 years as we do, Might they be able to take over the world And possibly improve the place of our constantly conflicted species? Frank Maurer 30 June 2023 1200 Hours.