waiting for democracy
there in the drain
through a hazy blow
a strike for freedom
hands reach, slide
until through the
muck and mire
their message
waves as a banner
they climb, for
scraps, we reach
hands waiting as
always – democracy
sticks.
We are indeed waiting. Hopefully it is on the way, and will stick this time. That photo is riveting. Lovely to read you, Pearl.
ReplyDeleteCould be waiting for a long time.
ReplyDeleteI think democracy will fail the day we cease to help each other.
ReplyDeleteSo many who live in democratic countries cannot imagine the pain and fear associated with dictatorial governments and being unable voice your feelings lest you be reported or even punished for having your own point of view. We must always be watchful even in present democratic countries.
ReplyDeleteThis is incredibly evocative!
ReplyDeleteTruth rings in your words here Pearl.
ReplyDeleteFrom the title which denotes waiting to the end with a sticking democracy, this is such an interesting piece.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great take on the subject!
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