We live in a country where presidents are jokes;our leaders are voted leaders with suspiciously little votes.People are executed unarmed in the streets,and rapists are proven guilty, but immediately freed.Children are murdered on the government’s dimewhile criminals are rewarded and the innocent are fined.Where Tanks and swat are used to quiet down a protest,Instead of … Continue reading When is Freedom, Freedom?
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How do you Forgive the Unforgiveable?
How do you forgive the unforgiveable? How do you negotiate with your self-respect and pride so you can walk away from this with your heart, your dignity, and your willingness to live in tact? How do you forgive the unforgivable, when they have no idea how much of yourself you’re giving up to do so? … Continue reading How do you Forgive the Unforgiveable?
Unchanged
Chalk lines on pavement once meant hopscotch; now, they outline the bodies. Orphaned backpacks of bulletproof fabrics litter the vibrant halls, while the children line up in clouds to get fitted for angel wings. On the wall: "NOTICE: Heaven is running low on size '7T'" A little girl wonders if they come in a pony theme... As a nation, paralyzed … Continue reading Unchanged
Broken
I feel, in the deepest parts of my being, incorrect. Something about me, Something unseen, Is wrong. It plagues me, Feeds my insecurity, And causes grief where there should be pride. I am a clearance item, Left on a shelf for purchase by those looking to save a penny By skimping on quality. Look at … Continue reading Broken
Bring me Home
Cradle me with palms of silk Give me something I can't will. I am your sheep among the land I need your guidance, and your hand. I walk along a broken road I set upon so long ago, And without you, now, I must admit It's been so hard to travel it. So sing to … Continue reading Bring me Home
Fading
And the world moved around her In a way she could not follow The beings spoke The children laughed And she sat Under the darkest light Trying to exist But fading
The Truth Will — Eyes + Words
3/7/2019 “The truth will set you free. But not until it is finished with you.” – David Foster Wallace Photo by Lena Bell via The Truth Will — Eyes + Words
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