Gratitude

Bird's foot trapped, freeing him my hand he pecked

Pulling a thorn from paw of man's best friend my dog bit me

In the storm of fear there is no respect

Feather or tether, a child's rampage wishing to be free

A freed canary returns to its cage

A horse tethered since young will not wander

A tied dog's fear turned to rage

A freed dove, on captor's hand sits a moment to ponder

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

I wonder why there is a part of us that wants to be held captive, especially our heart.
Very cool piece.

[Soren]

Thanks so much Jacob for the read and most encouraging support it is deeply valued

[Davidgeo]

The last two lines... nice work
On a side note... this is why I prefer felines.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

Me too. Have always a cat ever since I was in 7th grade.