Image: Rhinoceros beetle
equipped for Conflict (here)
Courage is timing
Mankind with desire to
procreate for brilliance
None so platonic
to accentuate lineage
of smart progeny
Tutelage selfishly
guarded against toxic moves
Harmony preserved
For Sumana's at PU's Midweek Motif - courage
If only this applied across species! I jest - a fine poem Hank..as diverse and interesting as always
ReplyDeleteTough little guy. He understands balance.
ReplyDeleteThat is what many strive for, although it does seem people are getting dumber now.
ReplyDeleteFantastic take on the prompt :D
ReplyDeleteMy greatest wish - that harmony be preserved - if only we could achieve it!
ReplyDeleteSo much packed into simplicity. That's the ticket! RESPECT, Poet
ReplyDeleteWhat a strong message in your words, Hank!
ReplyDelete...and a brilliant message comes through your poem Hank, excellent writing!
ReplyDeleteAs humans our standards of perfection for procreation are flawed. Other lesser creatures (which of course is not the case except in our eyes) think differently and survival of offspring is more important than having a trophy partner that everyone will envy us for. Great post Hank.
ReplyDeleteLike your take on the motif this week, Hank! Your thoughts move me. loved it!
ReplyDeleteMay it be so!
ReplyDelete"harmony preserved"..i'm for it too...
ReplyDeleteGreat subject, good to read.
ReplyDeleteYvonne.