Through the Eyes of the Helpless Animals
Why do you keep me outside in the cold?
As I lay on the ground, I am just seven years old.
My whole body shivers, I can't feel my feet,
I just want to come inside and have something to eat.
Why am I always locked in this cage?
I feel so skinny, you can see my rib cage.
I have no room to move and my body aches,
I stay quiet and lay here as my whole body shakes.
Why do you hit me? I don't make a peep.
Sometimes I close my eyes and hope to fall asleep.
When you strike me I feel helpless and want to be free,
Why does this always happen to me?
Sometimes I wish you would show me some love,
Rather than give me a daily shove.
Sometimes I wish you would show me affection,
Rather than show me all of your rejection.
Why is it okay to lock me up day after day?
Someday I hope to get out and play.
Isn't there laws to take my pain away?
I want to be free, and I will continue to pray.
All that I want is for my voice to be heard,
And I hope someone will take me for my word.
Someday I hope for all animals to feel love,
And be able to get through the hurt, and rise above.