Those Little Demons
merge these errors into a single block
dump like rubble on the next cliff
run away before hearing the dry thud of defects
sprawling on the ground claiming its author.
because self indulgence saves
fake whatever
like when you disguise
look around awkwardly
wanting to get rid of contamination
brought by the uncomfortable truths
that knocked on your door
or at that time remember?
you acted with hypocrisy and prejudice
then you lied to yourself
saying it was nothing
you were right
it wasn't really me
I was never that bad.
the standard of self-pity
obeys a rite of pseudo surprise
acts like camphor ointment
relieves the hidden pain but you know
she is there
smiling little demon
about to laugh
and make you submerge in an ocean
where shame is the first virtue
to disappear.
Copyright © Marco Chies | Year Posted 2022
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