Power

POWER is a tool, a means
          and the ability to control.

POWER is a consuming force
          something that can destroy your soul.

POWER can make the wealthy shake
          or let a pauper stand tall.

POWER affects your judgement,
          it makes you feel above the law.

POWER controls cash flow, independence
          and other people's freedom.

POWER makes you feel noble
          everyone serves in your kingdom.

POWER lets you believe you're right
          when the truth you don't understand.

POWER installs greed and corruption
          you will take all that you can.

POWER will steal your heart, take away your feelings
          and not let you be free.

POWER is a trait that's hard to handle
          my suggestion is to let it be.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Williams Avatar
August 19, 2017 at 5:27 PM
Very good and strong poem. More of a Free verse poem making a statement.
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May 9, 2017 at 11:34 AM
Great write! I agree with the last verse.
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