Anthony Bianco Poet Free verse

Land Mines

Beware of some people.
They're like land mines.
Waiting patiently for a weak mind.
For the spiritually clumsy to stumble by.
They wish against tomorrow
and live to sow sorrow.
Blow hope high into thin air.
They can go off at any time.

The next generation blindly racing.
To the edge of the siren's glade.
Where there is a sign that says
"Land mines never tell lies"
They scatter dreams in the shade.

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Carolyn Devonshire September 29, 2019 at 1:56 PM Some of the injuries associated with land mines are horrific, Anthony. Late actress Audrey Hepburn led a campaign to outlaw land mines. Your description of the damage they cause is especially strong in the second verse. A powerful poem that needs to be read.

Panagiota Romios September 29, 2019 at 7:37 AM I am with Connie on this. And people don't care. Life is about pleasure. 5G is a major danger heading our way. We are in a race to kill ourselves? Panagiota

Connie Marcum Wong September 28, 2019 at 10:56 PM Our next generation will be paying for our colossal mistakes and we must be aware of what we are burdening them with. Excellent Anthony! : )

Heidi Sands September 28, 2019 at 9:02 PM Well written. So sad. Have a nice evening :)