The Grazing Mule

by Dr. Jaipal Singh



In an arts exhibition A painting was on display With a blank canvas And title 'The Grazing Mule'. Viewers were curious But hesitant to ask Lest it may reflect On their patronage and ability To appreciate the modern art. Perhaps not so wise, and Unable to resist his temptation A curious onlooker asked - 'On canvas I don't see the grass...!' 'Because it's eaten by the mule' The position was clarified. Utterly confused but he queried - 'Okay, and where is the mule?' The artist scornfully snapped 'Sure you don't expect The mule will be so stupid As to stand and stay idle After eating the grass.' Needless to mention Throughout the exhibition The amazing piece of art Remained Jury's choice And organizers' treat With viewers flabbergasted! Like the amazing painting A good poetry is one Every time you read it, Flabbergasted or aghast Unable to zero in on one You make many guesstimates Or interpretations, and why... Even the poet would be unsure To fathom or explain later What was really going on In his fertile mind or thoughts When he composed Those wonderful lines Of the amazing poem.

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Comments on this Poem

Thanks for your appreciation, Jaipal Ji

alwaysaparna
15-Jul-2012 05:23 AM

Thanks, Aparna Ji, for adding beautiful colours to canvas.

jairathore
14-Jul-2012 00:50 AM

Thanks for cute remark; actually it's an unsuccessful effort for some humour.

Jaipal Singh
14-Jul-2012 00:25 AM

Cute story!

Kulbir
13-Jul-2012 16:35 PM