An unfortunate recognition
Heartbreak | Flair Doherty | Marker, Acrylic
An unfortunate recognition by Charlie Van De Moortel
Bird on the sidewalk
On the way to school
Black, white, and grey
I pray
For safety
And warmth
Short breaths
Small body
Do you need help?
Approach
It does not move
3
2
1 foot away
Frozen in place.
Not an act of trust
But terror
I know you
I was you
Bird on the sidewalk
Begging
Pleading
Not to give into touch
But not having a choice
A soul giving up
A body that fails,
You could feel it in your bones.
Pulling you down.
Give in,
Give in,
Give in,
Eat the food and ask for more
Pray for forgiveness
Do your chores
Frozen in place.
Not an act of trust,
But terror.
