The Blindfold

 

There once was a child 

alone on this planet. 

(Alone in one’s mind 

can become a habit.)

Secretly observing, 

forging assumptions,

categorizing 

with inherited instructions. 

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Without eyes how does one 

recognize

affluency or complexion?

How to know where one fits in,

what is the form of 

detection?

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Eyes closed and 

heart opened 

wide,

this child explored 

the world 

untied.

Families, cultures, 

grasping relations,

lifestyles, beliefs, 

absorbing the vibrations.

 

This child belonged 

in many places,

finding home 

in friendly faces.

Able to receive, 

welcoming abounds.

Ready to give, 

epiphany sounds.

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