Friday, 6 December 2024

There is little visible, obvious escape from the intimidator...

Old cannon outside Hastings Historical Society, Victoria...


There is little visible, obvious escape from
the intimidator
the bully with
the loud voice and
aggressive actions

the entitled one
who expects obeyance

in short
the one who represents
the uncivilised shame of humanity
in the guise of intelligence
and obvious superiority

in short
the one skilled
in lies
betrayals and 
promises
personal wins
personal glory
and a personal avalanche of money
are all that matters
to this one

when this one's demands can't or won't be met
war
to be or not to be 
is not the only question


as for you
the receiver of someone's else's strength
without even asking for it
you ride the new currents
the new surfs
the rips
possibly alone

waiting
somewhat preparedly
for the next surprise

and so you face a personal question
which involves
your own
personal peace

how to keep your peace alive
within

your peace that is you 

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