They Were Born Lucky

Eagles make  nests in them
Vagaries of life stamp their backs
Blood delicious for mosquitoes
Ghosts of hatred pay regular visits
Patrons of hunger pray for them
Exploited but paid well they are
With currencies of negligence
And gift  packages of mockery
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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