Gerald Kithinji Poet Free verse

The Elusive Handshake

Is it a wolf in sheep’s clothing?
No, it is a sheep in wolf’s clothing.

Is it a green snake in the grass?
No it is a green grass in the snake.

So they navigate the treacherous waters of politics
As we wait for them to find the elusive handshake.

But I ask, as the old man was asked not to go quickly
Was he also asked not to reach his destination?

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Edward Mccall January 5, 2017 at 11:13 AM Gerald you have captured the duality of political speek so well in this piece. Nicely done good sir, nicely done.

Marquis Mc Mills-Cooper October 7, 2016 at 1:11 AM Yes I agree with Lucilla, double talk runs rampant today...no values anymore. This poem highlighted that for me...good work. MC

Lucilla Carrillo September 26, 2013 at 8:18 AM In the olden days - people used to close a deal on a handshake and it was respected, now days to some people it don't mean much. Your last stanza says it all. some people say one thing, but mean another. Thanks for sharing.... Lucilla Gerald Kithinji October 4, 2013 at 2:42 AM Obrigado, Lucilla. Glad you liked it so.