What If?

What If?

 

What if dogs don’t whimper, but bite?

When I pull on its tale

I learn to treat them with kindness

Lucky this time, only a whimper and wail

 

What if cats don’t nuzzle, but scratch

When I squeeze them too tight

I learn to be gentle and kind

Whenever cats are in sight

 

What if a fish gets out of the bowl

When I put my hand inside

I learn it isn’t flopping for fun

It’s because of the water it’s denied

 

What if I put my hand in the jar?

To pull out what’s inside

I learn that my hand gets stuck

Each time I balled up my fist and tried

 

What if I climb high in a tree?

To see how high I can go

I learn that it seems much higher

When I’m up there looking down below

 

What if I hide my peas in my pocket?

My mommy can’t see them in there

I learn that mommy’s are magic

Mommy’s eyes can see everywhere

Reviews

[Rick Puetter]

Dear Nancy Lee,

Congratulations on your 1st place "What If" poem. This is a light, gentle, enjoyable read. Most enjoyed.

Best regards,

Rick

[Tony]

Hmm...
Excellent.
No wonder the author has all those badges.
I am entertained as the reader, challenged as a writer.
Thank you!

[Cassandra D.]

lol, this was such a cute poem!

[Brianna Brie]

This is so much fun. It captures the innocence of a child and how they see the world so well. Splendid write!