Oblivion
There is a state of mind devoid of thought,
where no one expresses an opinion.
And yet, the thing is, that it is not safe,
to let others do your thinking for you.
Those who live their lives in oblivion,
cower within its anonymity.
And none the wiser, they become shadows;
in a place where only shadows exist.
Choosing not to get involved: they escape
to where reason becomes irrelevant.
And shucking all responsibilities,
ignore truths and dodge the consequences.
Oblivion offers a false escape:
like an ostrich with its head in the sand.
For ignorance is never an excuse
to detach yourself from reality.
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