The rabbit flees all things,
avoiding enemies
and friends, alike.
The puppy approaches all things,
meeting pleasures
and threats
with the same vigor.
Neither is wrong,
but how much better
if each had the mind of man,
allowing both to assess
a situation before acting?
The rabbit
would not forfeit the help
of small children
offering vegetables,
and the puppy
would not invite the claws
of wary house cats.
How unfortunate, then,
that man, who has this mind,
often ignores it,
preferring instead the blunt,
reactionary life
of puppies and rabbits…
The title had me doubting any serious value. The reading left me appreciating the power of simplicity. Great insight!
I’m glad you read to the end! The title does sound like a children’s poem 😉
So true! Great concepts and masterfully written. One of my favorites!
Thanks, Luis! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
I’ll keep writing if you keep reading!