Crabs In a Bucket
The extreme will to survive
Life finds a way
The struggle to adapt
Alone - we become predator or prey
Like a crab in a bucket
There all alone
Climbs his way to the top
Liberated – like a coop that’s been flown
Tragically - when the bucket is full
Crabs fight with all their might
One climbs to the top
Overwhelmed by the others – loses the fight
The crabs in the bucket
Humanity should take heed
If we all work together
The bucket – a metaphor for reciprocity
When you strive for the top
Reach back and grab hold
Service for others
The greatest story could be told
United
Profound – The Golden Rule
When you do unto others
Life gives back to you
Copyright © Kelly Hitchcock | Year Posted 2019
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