The Lions Den

Hate is such a strong word
Much mental anguish will be incurred
Maintaining this painful thought
Is a long way from hitting the jackpot
This place which I spend most of the day
Makes me want to breakaway
Leave this mundane office with no daylight
Escape from the hustle of the bull fight
A place where silence is king
My stress will release like a coil spring
A few moments of empty brain space
Will give me a chance to try and erase
The misery of the place I call work
I will be standing there with a smirk
Watching the next poor crew of work men
Walking into the lion’s den
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Teagan Avatar
February 7, 2018 at 2:38 PM
We all need a few moments of "empty brain space" don't we. Where Silence is king. I like your poem, Craig, welcome back!
Lindley Avatar
February 7, 2018 at 10:40 AM
I remember a few bad jobs I had in my youth and your poem hits the mark. Each day became like Daniel walking into the lion's den.. LEAVING FOR GREER PASTURES WAS ALWAYS THE CORRECT CHOICE.. LOVED THIS MESSAGE SO WELL CRAFTED MY FRIEND. A fav....
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