“Bear Friend” — Olga Barantseva
Yeah
I agree big buddy
the world has become confusing
with the planet’s ecology teetering
the constantly evolving global pandemic
the brutal war in Ukraine
the near insurrection in the US
women’s rights under attack again
insane gasoline prices rearing up
economic struggles everywhere
major corporations imploding
and
Marvel’s standard of excellence
slipping — badly
it’s all such bad news
almost un-bear-able
ah c’mon
quit yer growling big guy
I was just being pun-ny
ok
yes
terrible
I know
I’ll knock it off
hey
smile ya big fur ball
we got each other
always
and look
that forest
so beautiful
and still there
for now anyway
*
rob kistner © 2022
Poetry at: The Sunday Muse
A timely reminder that despite all of the evil the world’s suffering right now, there is still some good to be enjoyed especially if you have someone to share it with.
Yes Keith — and isn’t that the true essence of life, finding friends.
Smiling ???? after reading your poem and listening to song choice. Happy Sunday Rob
Much love…
So glad you enjoyed this Gilldna… 🙂 …much love to you my friend.
The narrator and bear likely share many of the same uncertainties, especially given bears’ diminishing habitat. I love the view of the forest at the end, something to be grateful for.
Yes Sherry, we need to feel the gratitude and let it drive our concern for the planet
This is just how I feel right now. Thanks for the great poem.
You are welcome… 🙂
Sentiments we can all relate to, Rob. Well said.
Thank you Marion… 🙂