Why I'm here

Why I'm here

A Poem by Preliving
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A bit of late night pondering

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No one knows why we are here.
The birds sing because they can,
and the trees support them on their aching limbs
because they must.
But why does a tree grow only to raise others up on their
pedestals?
Why do I sit here
and wonder
and not support anyone else trying to sing to the skies?
I don't want to be a tree,
not any more.
I want to be a bird and call out above the heads of the masses swaying in regular time to the music of the wind.
I want to try to be happy.
And I think that's why I'm still here.

© 2015 Preliving


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A self-reflection of one's existence and purpose in life. I enjoyed this short poem. I look forward to reading more of your work.

Posted 9 Years Ago


Theres them that sing and theres them that tree

A bird cant be a tree anymore than a tree can be a bird.
Do the birds get jealous of the tree with it majesty and strong roots and its ability to dance in whatever wind - naked or clothed - who knows? But trees keep the planet alive not singing birds (I know theres a bit of symbioses with shelter vs seeds shatting and rebirth but its a partnership)

You are a singing tree but .... never forget that !!

take care

Posted 9 Years Ago


really good poem!!!! it is able to talk about what someone is going through!!!! great job :)

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Preliving

9 Years Ago

Thanks very much :)
Justin

9 Years Ago

your welcome, keep it up :)

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Preliving
Preliving

Cork, Munster, Ireland



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I'm a young Irish student of theatre, but I love to write (or attempt to) write poetry in my spare time. Most of my inspiration is personal so my work tends to be quite emotionally based. Any and all .. more..

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