If I Was An Elephant

 If I was an Elephant

My massive trunk I'd swing

Run straight into a forest lake

Shower myself and sing

If I was a Deer

My beautiful eyes would see

The dewdrops on the morning petal

And all of nature's bounty

If I was a Monkey

I'd leap and never fall

Mischief in each step

Laughter in every call

If I was a Lion

I'd roar loud and steady

Call out to my lionesses

Food would always be ready

If I was a Leopard

I'd camouflage my spots

Chase gazelles and zebras alike

And always protect my lot

If I was an Eagle

I'd soar in the majestic sky

I'd visit hidden lands

and watch rivers run dry

If I was a Dolphin

I'd cartwheel in the sea

Dance around in my school

And give hugs for free

If I was a Cockroach

Sleep would be miles away

I'd roam kitchens at night

sample tasty tidbits all day

If I was a Polar Bear

The majestic glaciers I'd view

Fight with penguins now and then

Make a friend or two

If I was a Koala Bear

I'd grab a tree tight

Enthrall you with my adorable face

Hang peacefully all night

If I was a Panda cub

I'd practice the art of kung fu

Bamboo shoots, the weapon of choice

for Dragon Warrior part two

Alas! I am but a Human

And I can do ALL of the above

but instead I sit here sighing

wishing for a life I'd love.​