Trapper like a bird in a cage too small.
Chained like a dog on a shortened leash.
Not enough room to move my wings.
Tied up to watch some kids on swings.
The delicate wings of a butterfly,
Battered by the roaring wind.
Shreds of velvet canvas,
Falling like a rainbow snow.
Watched like an experimental rat.
Disliked like a mouse or bat.
No privacy for what I say.
Resentful looks from day to day.
The bright yellow petals of a daffodil,
Set on by a frosty winter breeze.
Edges turned a crispy darkened brown,
Stalk withering and fading away.
Held back!
Tied down!
Beaten away!
Set upon!
Wanting to be
Free!
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