Lions, Tigers, and Bears, Oh My !

The lion caged inside begging
to be released sends out cries
in words the human ear can hear,
though those cries never grant
release–just acknowledge the lion inside.

The tiger pacing, just waiting
for the eyes to see the beauty
that life itself can bring, a simple
breath is all the tiger needs for release.

The bear scratching, tearing
through the walls of the heart– escape
from this bloody place to waters
where the fish are plenty– the bear
no longer lonely, the lion no longer
angry, and the tiger basking in the sun.