It’s my deceased grandfather’s birthday today, but this is not a tribute to him in the conventional sense.
Instead, it is a tribute to what he stands for. Uniqueness, individuality, confidence, and curiosity. Grandpa was also resilient, having survived a few bouts of cancer.
Indeed, he was all these things, a free spirit who did this his way and found peace having lived life the way he did.
Happy birthday, Granddad, and hooray for individuality.
Wild
Unique
Mane unkempt
Legs a-flailing
Steps in untamed prance
Hooves covered in iron
Breaks in run sure and steady
Feral soul sure, unrestrained
Sharp eyes ever open and keen
Mind knowing where it should start its run
To the land where it finds its peace and place.
About the Creator
Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin
Hi, i am an English Language teacher cum freelance writer with a taste for pets, prose and poetry. When I'm not writing my heart out, I'm playing with my three dogs, Zorra, Cloudy and Snowball.
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Comments (4)
Rip to him nevertheless. Amazing piece
Oh wow, he was such a strong fighter! Loved your poem!
Individuality makes someone's personality. So valuable poem.
Lovely Michelle!!