The Water Hole

Round eyed cat studies the merits of the day Meanders through a labyrinth of thorny grass Four legged wildebeest never knew what hit it The water is so cool and refreshing by the by Heads hang low over the over populated location An oasis in a vast jungle of limited mobility The beast takes a humble sip in mixed company With terrified flamingos, witnesses, birds with feathers Still intact, at rest, but in fear for what comes next Many species bow as if in prayer when tiger attacks Teeth sink into the neck with shocking precision Crocodiles count their blessings Pink birds flap away in a panic as claws dig deeper Spider monkeys scratch themselves in private places Without thinking twice, they are afraid to drink And make perfect O shapes with skinny lips Howling, running in circles, frantic with hysteria Their only friend