Mind The Gap
Write a poem that takes the form of a public announcement, notice, or warning.
There is a gap
Between what’s said
And unsaid
Where your insecurities reside, hide
Cower and cling
That help you believe
Almost anything.
Don’t do wrong. Don’t QAnon.
Don’t bleat. Don’t tweet.
Don’t ghost. Don’t post.
Be fair. Be all square.
Show you care
And mind the gap.
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Nick Westerman
Nick Westerman is still waiting for the great leap forward.
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I love the “Don’t bleat. Don’t tweet.” line, it had me laughing but also thinking.