Orange and black with beguiling eyes 
The regal Tiger begins to arise. 
Though cunning and wild are to be true, 
She too, was gentle with those she knew. 

The cubs she nursed saw both these sides.
They felt safe in knowing she constantly guides.
For she fights ferociously for those she loves. 
And any who threatens, she ruthlessly shoves.

Though her cubs give her company for now.
They too, will have to leave her anyhow. 
One may see this as a tragedy,
And yet the solitary life is hers, quite naturally.