Lion Cub

 

His Dad is a big one 
Roaring will alert the veldt 
Zebras are stunned 
At the quick jab of fear. 
Vultures anticipate some 
Good pickings. 

His mothers all rest in 
The late afternoon. 
Hard efforts hunting 
No success today. 
Antelope were too quick 
On the turns. 
Guinea fowl had burrows 
To borrow. 

Late afternoon sun 
Backing an acacia 
Will bring on the sleepy eyes 
In a few moments. 

Not much physical stuff today 
Too hot, and smarting 
From discipline. 
Yesterday Cub had 
Wandered too far. 
Had almost been gored 
By an indignant warthog. 
Mother not amused. 
Enemy downed 
With one slash.