Drugs of Preference

Some don't want to be awakened

From their peaceful slumber

And choose not to hear the existing truths

That overwhelmingly outnumber

 

The copious, complacent fairy tales

That fill their lives and dreams

And hold them hostage from the facts

Completely, or so it seems.

 

Their sleeping pill is called "Not Caring."

It's cheap and easy to find.

It dulls the senses and provides the user

With a perfidious peace of mind.

 

A stronger pill called "Oblivion"

Is also widely available.

Those who take it think that their lack

Of involvement is unassailable.

 

Stronger yet is a pill called "Forgetfulness."

Many prefer that pill,

Which allows them the blissful ability

To forget anything at will.

 

So cheap they are--these drugs of preference--

That they have found their niche;

And furthermore, they don't discriminate

Between the poor and rich.

 

Instead of listening to the cries of the world--

Of injustice, of inhumanity--

Many prefer to sleep in indifference.

Now that's what I call insanity!

 

(10-22-14)