Sonnet – The Hedgehog
The desire for sleep comes as the autumn fades
Interrupted only by an anxious quest for food.
Time aimlessly spent in woods and glades
Now must be productive, if pursued.
Beware the warning from a Mother’s womb
That some foliage piled conveniently high
May translate to an everlasting tomb
Until such time as the sparks reach the sky.
That offered on a plate may not be good fayre
For kindness kills, as any mechanical device
Enemies can be those who care
Resulting in you paying the ultimate price.
Winter approaches, so sleep safe and sound
Hoping upon hope that the bed is not found.
Tony Vale
The desire for sleep comes as the autumn fades
Interrupted only by an anxious quest for food.
Time aimlessly spent in woods and glades
Now must be productive, if pursued.
Beware the warning from a Mother’s womb
That some foliage piled conveniently high
May translate to an everlasting tomb
Until such time as the sparks reach the sky.
That offered on a plate may not be good fayre
For kindness kills, as any mechanical device
Enemies can be those who care
Resulting in you paying the ultimate price.
Winter approaches, so sleep safe and sound
Hoping upon hope that the bed is not found.
Tony Vale