Gargi Saha Poet Free verse

Pets Parlour

Infinitesimal, wooden, musty cages
Beautiful, multifarious birds
Silently weep and perch
Alienated from the healthy, broad environment
To satiate human desires
Materialized their freedom
A sort of sadism inflicted
Miserable existence
Their movement, delight, happiness trapped
No tree, no nest, no lakes
Howsoever gorgeous be the cage
Yet cannot replace the natural, green habitat
No joy, no chirp, no song
For wanderings long
But a pestered survival
To hopes, cheer, pleasure burial.

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October 1, 2008 at 1:43 PM So much truth shared in your words. Nice use of imagery. Your words choice is excellent. Thank you for sharing this one with us and for your ongoing support of my writing. Have a good day! Karen

James Foulk September 17, 2008 at 12:34 PM yes I hate those places. a dog kennel is where they belong, where they can go outside and get fresh air, and much better treatments. this was a great message and poem.

Sharon Winter September 17, 2008 at 11:48 AM Oh, this breaks my heart for it is so sadly true. We are too often selfish and greedy with so many things, including life that should be free! I have thought this countless times, and you have expressed it so well. Thank you. Love, Shar

Vince Suzadail Jr. September 17, 2008 at 9:17 AM True. We satisy our needs at the expense of the animal. Which one is more animal? Vince

Carrie Richards September 17, 2008 at 8:03 AM I have often thought the same, looking into a pet store window. Not as nature intended...a very touching poem! ~ Carrie