The Water Hole

Mixed company and action at the drinking spot.

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