Pinocchio

A wish been granted, killed, 
Against the laws of nature
He that demanded, willed
Life into inanimate stature
Yet another cliche instilled
A wish upon a star, gatekeeper
Of life caught napping, whistles trill
Loss and pain, nature of fear
The puppet learns to keep his heart still
The puppet breaks with human tears

"Pinocchio..." She said, fervent
"Tell me... Was it all worth it?"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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May 5, 2020 at 10:30 AM
A deep poem indeed. Great work.
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July 23, 2018 at 3:04 PM
Loved reading your unique poem today ..Andrew..
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