2012

The rumor is
a toxic year,
death and destruction,
but these words
are spoken out of fear.

We feel
the anger rising
from the souls
of the disenchanted,
downtrodden multitudes
and think
the end is near.

We must take action,
close the eyes of doubt,
look beyond
the war wrapped present,
the volumes of spilled blood,
and political rhetoric
to a future bright
illuminated by the light
of humanity’s unity.

Line Count: 21
Form: Free verse no required rhyme scheme, syllable count, or line meter.