Tree

Woman

Child crying non-stop,

Man calls for tea,

Milk boiling,

Maid will not come today,

Disobedient calling bell ringing,

Years roll down the cheek;

Audience sees this as torture…

Dancing to the tune,

Lady smiles, says nothing,

Looks at the morning tree,

Birds chirping;

Man

Man works through the day,

Brings fortunes, loans,

Ticking, tackling one by one,

Decorates home with comfort,

Ripples of giggles all around,

Everyday strolls into years;

Audience sees this as exploitation…

Man smiles, says nothing,

Looks at the stable tree,

Fruits and flowers hanging;

Man / Woman

Audience wins!

Man and Woman,

Now,

In their new roles;

Tongue-tied Tree smiles,

Goes unsung!