To the community,
the elephant in the temple was
a viable source,
a symbol of faith's strength
as he led processions
amidst gasps and mute awe
of all those who saw him.
but for him,
he was a friend
- a kind, gentle companion-
in his life
behind the temple walls.
Their love
was beyond measure.
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Prompt Links: ABC Wednesday- E, 3WW- viable, mute, gasp, Friday Flash 55- fiction 55, Friday's Feast- open submission,
Music Link- the song- Better Together by Jack Johnson
1 comment:
Touching and beautiful...who doesn't love and admire the elephant...xxxxj
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