Sparrow, absorbing late day sun

Contemplating which bush to choose

When dusk sets in

Doesn't let on about his troubles.

Some seeds & sleep

Makes his day complete

While the walkers & the runners & the bikers

Move along at their respective speeds

Minds fully aware

Tomorrow is uncertain.

Each, on their own path to desolation.

Each solely responsible

For managing their own pain -

For absorbing their personal losses -

For, over coming illness, injury & disabilities.

No savior while here.

Slow, medium or fast -

All on their unique path

Ending in commonality

Despite a million different views.

Is it in our best interest

To dwell on that commonality

Or ignore it completely -

Just accept & deal with today? -

Sparrow in his sunny bush

Chirping happily with the flock -

Every body in the same situation -

Hungry every morning -

Carrying out the daily duties.

Our families to be sustained -

Educated & loved.

Each one a golden jewel