Friday, January 19, 2018

The Greatest Living Crime

the greatest living crime
who wasn't that obscure
went about measuring

everyone for the same suit
soul suit in all sizes
tailored to compromise

tailored to blend in
since standing out
on any contrasting surface

was the only sin
so we scurry
try not to worry

hide near the kitchen cabinets
and listen, we listen
praying not to glisten

and converse
with those who think
she needs a nurse

she is unwell
but time will tell
this side of hell

and Heaven will judge

the living crime
in every clime
who makes the soul suit

fit
and hands out the prizes
to those who wear it

mary angela douglas 20 january 2018

mary angela douglas 20 january 2018