“tuppence worth”, a poem

how wretched is the world

how horrible people are

why would we want to live here any more …

why would we want to exist at all

are there no words, thoughts, actions or deeds

that will make a difference

is it greater than one person

to solve such anxiousness

to instil ideas of … dare I say it

peace, justice, fairness,

they feel like flimsy words that once meant considerably more

imagine our universe full of

respect

education

love & compassion

care & understanding

be silent

listen now

listen to your landscape

and you will find your voice

the message is simple

it all starts here

at home

“tuppence worth”, a poem, gemma black