Scarecrow

Invigilator par excellenence Dressed in rags and standing adamant In soul-killing solitude Wedded to inane duty of scaring birds Drawing attention of solitary wayfarers Seizing with wonder the innocent children Of farmworkers Vanguard of farmhouse- frightening spectacle For wild animals who otherwise would devour the cattle. Happily swinging and singing with winds Tossing in glee with corns So unromantic that unmoved by the spring Lcking flamboyance of gulmohr and gaudy Flowers which change color like chamaleon With touch of promiscuous seasons doesn't move,so stoic. Unprotected in rain- sun -winter Sans wages sans praise performing duty With steadfastness,an epitome of loyalty, Simplicity and commitment...