Playing Games
What piece to move next!
Contemplating if I should pick the short route or
the longer, more rewarding one
Twisting into the middle of the board
Where the candy castle lies
About to wave the white flag
But so close to the freedom
The castles right there!
Look at the kids - this game frees them
Laughing without thought
Smiling without pain
So sweet for the time
Too lethal to stay
After much thought
I throw my hands up and say
"I surrender"
This poem is about:
My community
My country