I see a sparrow in the rain
Around itself, wings fold
but I sense its pain
It doesn't show it's cold
With it no gathering
No birds or feathers come,
just distant chattering
None care where it's from
It huddles on its own
Quiet not a sigh
Soaked to the bone
By itself it will fly
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A fine write SB.
Thanks for the read Orchi
My comments on the poem "Sparrow” by sorenbarrett
Birds live a rough life, out in the wild, or even on people’s premises. The nests are not waterproof. The birds get drenched in rains. Newborn ones don’t even have feathers. Imagine what they go through in the rains… The nests are buffetted about during strong winds.
From my poem “The hungry sparrow” written on 1 March, 1995 :
“The birds and their nests be buffet'd about,
While, hither, the little kids shriek and shout;
Utterly drench'd, the poor birds shake,
While their babies cry and stay awake…”
“The baby birds plead touchingly for some food :
But, there be yet no change in nature's mood;
The howling winds mercilessly strike terror
Into these birds that do shake with horror….”
“Flapping bravely their wings, so wet and sleek,
The poor birds venture out, some food to seek.
These forlorn chirpings : how heart-rending !
To whom be meant these calls so distressing ?
Would ye, birds, manage finally to stay alive ?
After some food would ye struggle and strive ?”
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Soman Ragavan. 20 February, 2024.
Thank you for your read and for taking your time to share your poem. It is most interesting how there a common theme runs through these two. Very well done
Thanks Orchi
This screams determination to me, a stunning piece of imagery and a glorious ending. I do believe we all have these wings and we can all take flight in metaphor at least. 🌹
Thank you Teddy so glad you came by. Your comments always so welcome are again on point. Appreciate the most kind words.
No matter how wet they get sparrows will live and fly in the sunshine soren.
Andy
Thanks Andy and so should we all. Appreciate the review and comment.
There's a little sparrow in all of us Soren. Great write. 😉👍
Thank you so much Accidental. Yes there is a little sparrow in us all. I deeply appreciate the review and words
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