#NaPoWriMo Barriers and Boundaries

April 28, 2017 — #NaPoWriMo, barriers, boundaries, hoist with your own petard, poetry, walls

wall

wall

When barriers go up they exclude thought
They intend to protect, but offer no real shield
From the harsh reality that must be taught
In order for the entire community to be healed
Boundaries are healthy, they define our rules
Selfish stonewalls of ignorance are built by fools
Know the difference between freedom and deceit
Listen carefully for shenanigans and vain conceit
Don’t bind your mind too tightly, don’t hide in your yard
You may find, to your dismay, you’re hoist with your own petard

ruins

Please join poets in the month of April for National Poetry Writing Month.  Find new material to enjoy at the #NaPoWriMo site, or by following the hashtags on social media.