Notes About The Poem

What kind of  logical thinking would make someone want to advertise they live in an unprotected house? 

 

My Home Now Has a Red Light

My Home Now has a Red Light
By Franklin Price
2/25/2018

My home now has  a red light
To say that it's gun free
So criminals are not concerned
When they come for mine and me

I put a sign upon my front door
It's unlocked, just come on in.
In the fridge there is a snack for you
To not eat would be a sin

The jewelry's in the wall safe
Lots of cash, for you, it's free
It's behind our hallway mirror
The combination's 123

The labels on the windows
About a monitored alarm
Are only signs to scare you
Would never want to bring you harm

If you believe these words I've written
You must think I'm really dumb
My neighbors all have weapons
In the homes where I come from

We're all installing red lights
And putting labels on the glass
Come in our unlocked front doors
 And we'll put lead in your dumb ass
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February 25, 2018 at 11:43 AM
Of all the antigun sentiments I've read lately, this took a different turn and I'm very appreciative to read both sides of an issue. I won't say how I lean, as I've been emotionally flogged for my beliefs, but lets just say...I understand you. Great write!
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February 25, 2018 at 10:28 PM
thanks for visiting and commenting. There are two sides of course. Do not advertise if you choose not to protect yourself. That's my point here. Keep yourself safe.
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