POEM STARTER
Write a poem which uses the scenario of being a fly on the wall.
To be a fly on the wall is to witness something private. Think of a situation in which this eavesdropping would be interesting, and write a poem based on your thoughts.
Splat
A landing is meant to be calming
It’s not my fault I am not a butterfly or dragonfly
I am ordinary
I am just a fly
No butter or dragon about me
When I land I fear for my safety
It isn’t my fault
Although my compound vision
Makes it hard to see
I see it plain and clear
I was born inferior
No pretty wings or interesting body
I am simply small and round
Landing is supposed to be a break
But it isn’t
I can’t just sit
I need to be alert
Twenty four seven
Or I will be squished
Why don’t people like me?
I mind my own business
Next thing you know
Splat
