To exist, a living thing must be born Whether animal, plant or some other This marks the initial stage it builds on And heralds its life that follows after
After its birth, there is the growth process Which requires adequate nutrition In this vital stage, there must be success In order to attain maturation
A living thing in full maturity Displays its species characteristics These serve to define its identity In testimony of its uniqueness
Living things are programmed internally To keep their species continuation To make this action a reality They engage in acts of reproduction
Living things cannot live eternally The process of decay cannot be stopped Bodies that once were quite firm and healthy With time they become shriveled and dried up
The action of decay is precursor That signals the final stage which is death For living organisms wherever This occurs when they take their final breath
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Posted: Mar 2021
About this poem:
This poem applies to all living things: animals, plants, birds, fishes, insects, etc. Regardless of the type, they all undergo the stages of:
A great narrative on earthly existence Socrates, Complete with subtle rhymes and faultless meter. I respect the time and effort that's devoted to this type of poem.
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Very Nicely done!
Complete with subtle rhymes and faultless meter. I respect the time and effort that's devoted to this type of poem.
Regards Mick.
Im feeling blank
Wish to try
Thank you for sharing and knowing you are well is joy for me .
Thanks for your compliment and the syllable count
Glad you enjoyed the piece.
thanks for your kind comment.
Thanks for your input.
nice to hear from you.
thanks for your comment
and your concern about my welfare.
animals, plants, birds, fishes, insects, etc.