An Elephant Walking In Wildflowers

I try to walk very gently through a field filled with wildflowers
Not crushing them under my feet takes a short walk many hours
On hot days I flap my ears over them to give out a slight breeze
If not for me they would dry up for this field doesn’t have trees

Lots of bees and butterflies continually dance around my head
Getting stung or one flying up my trunk is a thing I daily dread
I am blessed with having such freedom and plenty of space to roam
Concrete floors and iron bars is sadly what some elephants call home

Author Eileen Clark
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Ashley Avatar
September 9, 2022 at 6:02 PM
Dear Eileen, the gratitude your elephant feels is expressed so beautifully. I delighted in your wonderful imagery and lingered over your poignant last line. Splendid poetry. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Clark Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 11:59 AM
Hi Susan, thank you for the wonderful comment, best regards.
Hoffman Avatar
September 8, 2022 at 6:21 AM
Delightful poetry, Eileen!
Clark Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 12:01 PM
Hello Franci, thank you for very nice comment.
Gondolf Avatar
July 28, 2022 at 8:46 AM
A bee up your trunk would definitely be unpleasant. I enjoyed your cute elephant poem Eileen. John
Clark Avatar
July 29, 2022 at 9:46 AM
Thank you John
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