Thursday, March 7, 2019

no longer silent


there was a time
we were told to be silent
to not speak of dark truths
for if they came to light
it would ruin us all

but once we seized
back our tongues
we shouted loudly
the damn broke free
much to the chagrin
of the silent ones

now it’s a time
to speak our truths
let them soar high
revel in the light
for we’ll no longer
wallow in pain’s darkness
for the comfort of others

11 comments:

  1. Indeed now is the time! A strong piece... Bravo!

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  2. Now is the time! A timely write about relevant issues today.

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  3. Sometimes dark truths are healed with light.

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  4. YES. silent for the comfort of others has gone on long enough

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  5. A rousing poem, especially the final stanza.

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  6. Oh yes... there are way to many living the comfort of trampling on others.

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  7. but once we seized
    back our tongues
    we shouted loudly
    - These are empowering lines. Thank you.

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