The Fall

Your stony strength was once a sight to behold 

Before the scathing hatred took precedence 

Allowing it to desecrate your temple 

Electric erosion causing cracks through the pillars 

Even granite is porous; your walls absorb much 

The chatter of scandals and supposed trickery 

The truth now irrelevant, you cling to your perception 

Pulsating louder than the grinding of your teeth 

So loud it drowns out the swiftly accused 

Denying all chances of a proper defense 

You refuse to seek counsel, you will not reinforce 

Rejecting closure for renovation and repair 

You insist on caving in and I have no choice 

But to take cover from imploding demolition of self

Author's Note

Photo: Torre Di Argentina, Rome, Italy
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