Why do squirrels climb the trees
Do birds like to shoot the breeze
Does the rain choose where to drop
How does wind know when to stop
Where do butterflies get their knowing
Of directions where they’re going
Are snakes afraid to shed their skin
Uncertain of what lies within
Who taught flowers how to grow
Do the cry when people mow
Will hibernators stay in bed
To cope with existential dread
Do foxes deal with depression
Over possible recession
Can owls relate to feeling bad
For not wanting to be a dad
Is what mice feel when they scurry
Life dwindling in such a hurry
Thoughts runs wild. Brains no good.
But is it better in the wood?
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