The Toad Poem by Aj Anwar
The Toad
♡
♥
"like a toad
under a half-split
coconut shell, "
so our proverb says
about petty minds
oblivious to anything
out, indifferent
till you turn
the cover over
and it jumps
panicking
aimlessly
exposed
to possibilities
unimaginable
yet to remain
petty
[Jkt.7/18]
Friday, August 3, 2018
Topic(s) of this poem: proverb,point of view
POET'S NOTES ABOUT THE POEM
"Like a toad under a half-split coconut shell" is an Indonesian proverb: "Seperti katak di bawah tempurung".
COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Be the first one to comment on this poem!
READ THIS POEM IN OTHER LANGUAGES
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
Poems By A.J. Anwar
Best Poems
Best Member Poems
Best Classical Poems
New Poems
New Poets
Best Member Poets
Best Classical Poets
Explore Poems
Explore Poets
Poem Of The Day
Love Poems
Baby Poems
Death Poems
Sad Poems
Birthday Poems
Wedding Poems
Nature Poems
Sorry Poems
Hero Poems
Poetry E-Books
Delivering Poems Around The World
Poems are the property of their respective owners. All information has been reproduced here for educational and informational purposes to benefit site visitors, and is provided at no charge...
4/27/2025 8:08:48 AM # 1.0.0
