The Bug that yearns for freedom

No matter how big or small we are, we always want a better life. For bugs it is just on the other side of the street for us it is miles away.

 I saw a bug today

trying its best to cross the street

scared of death, of the last day

i wondered why it wanted to cross the street so much

maybe no one wanted it enough?

maybe it felt unwanted,

so chose freedom and tried getting away

to the other side of the street

 where he'd be free

but i watched as a bus crushed its freedom

the moment he dreaded finally came

the blood-stained bus walked away

the crime of being too small, they say

were it a bigger animal, would it still be okay?

the freedom he always dreamt of would be more far away

it would've been killed either way,

maybe not by a bus but something on the way

the bigger we get, the more freedom gets far away

so here i am trying to cross the street

mind full of what-ifs,

the freedom i year for is over the seas

i really hope the bus never gets me

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Reviews

[Betty Hermelee]

this is a wonderful metaphor for all of us…..none of us want to feel trapped in our lives… and just like the bug, he must have felt that way too….
i like the way to draw comparisons between nature and humans, and big and small…..i think we all want a better life, more freedom, the problem is will we make our mark? being cautious is always important and i like your last line, very clever…. Bravo on the whole piece!
Warmly, B

[sailesh]

Thank you so much, B! Your thoughtful interpretation means a lot to me. I love how you expanded on the metaphor—it's true, we all seek freedom in our own ways. I really appreciate your kind words and the warmth in your message. It truly made my day! 💛 Warmest regards, Sailesh

[Betty Hermelee]

You are very welcome; I enjoyed reading your excellent writing🌷🌷
Warmly B

[LoudMind]

Searching for freedom is equatable to bravery.
Another good read.

[sailesh]

thank you for sharing your thoughts