From step by step
And, carrying her immense shell
I see you cheerful
Although, be separate from us
In the lake calmly eating
Algae whose substances I feel
That will really nourish you.

For thus, once again,
Your day patiently to enjoy
In that fauna and fabulous flora
Colorful that is a true splendor.
Turtle that thus manage
Freely here to exist
Among bush, stones and lakes
An existence that I think
To be completely calm, therefore wise!
Reason for the which doesn't complain of anything
Because, she has everything that she needs to live.

By Silvio Parise
Published in 2012 in the book " Fábulas/Fables ", by Celeiro de Escritores ( Editora Sucesso ).
ISBN 978 - 85 - 89091 - 71 - 8