Do you think, dogs and cats
Parrots; pets alike of "rare" selected fortunate few
Consider themselves privileged
Enough to be snobbish with nose high to commoners
To have characters of class and caste
Against others that walk the roads in day and night
Neglected, put down and destroyed by massacre called mercy
Because no one came to claim as loved nigh free-spirit
No pet insurance to cover cost
Of medical bills nor comfy bed rest as warmth
Relish the chance of whole grounds built
Estate of will, being left to her advantage feline
Will she, does she; feel honoured as an aristocrat
Or made to look stupid, to justify such claim
Never mind that of humanity mirrored
Nor those close to the homeless stray
Concept and meaning
If I through a coin what end will land to decide fate
Interesting to contemplate, Kodjo. I think animals think in the moment, enjoy their life for what it is whether on the streets or in a mansion. It saddens me though, the fate of some cats & dogs who have no one to care about them; and I guess all one can do is make sure those in one's own environment are cared for. Thought provoking.
ReplyDeleteI read this poem in a "there could go I" way regarding homeless srays of all species.
ReplyDeleteYes, this makes me think, Kodjo. I mourn for uncared for animals. So many of them, everywhere.
ReplyDeleteThe animals may not realize how different or fortunate they are from the strays. They only kiss the hands of those who feed them.They only realize it when they are abandoned. Pity! Good write Kodjo!
ReplyDeleteHank