Why Not Love

Some are taken for granted..
some feelings are planted...
deep in the ground..
where no sound of profound love
is ever felt or heard...
Actions...words...
What if the birds failed to sing?...
is that not their love to each other and to the world..
for what life brings?...
Why do people part...
is it really a new start ...
for humdrum ignorance, when one speaks not of love..
nor touch?....
When some go looking in all the wrong places..
for new faces...
they should be making peace..
warmth and good graces
at home.
Canaries sing..and Starlings bring shame
You the drifter will never have name.
Will never sing with melodious ring..
With a tongue so black and eyes that sting.

© Carol Rader
May 29 20

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Comment By mussygal on 08-06-2012
Thank you Dave. A world of truths and love could shine a bright light to every home..if a person thought love really mattered. hugs.. :)

Comment By rhumour on 08-06-2012
Deep lines there Carol - I particularly liked the last stanza. Best wishes, Dave

Comment By mussygal on 30-05-2012
Hi Inge..I smile just knowing you are still out there and hopefully still writing. I miss this little group I call home and hope it is completed soon. Thank you for the comment. Warm thoughts..Carol

Comment By ingemeldgaard on 30-05-2012
Great to hear from you again, Carol, and a pleasure to read this thoughtful and thought provoking poem.