Behind the Gate

Behind the Gate


There's a bird on the deck, 
for his breakfast he came
and the cat is there watching.
It's their regular game.

How long before the bird knows
that the cat is right there.
He's being ever so quiet,
not moving a hair.

I think the bird knows
but doesn't care anyway.
Because behind that gate,
he knows the cat must stay.

I watch the birds daily
as they come here to eat
and the spy watches closely,
hoping they'll meet.

But that gate stays closed
(not forgetful am I )
and the cat never wins,
he's just too fat to fly.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Green Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 4:27 PM
This was cute. Nicely done Francine
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace