I

“I”

Must I worry

with each step

For fear

that one will pull the trigger

Solely because

The sun tanned the skin

Of those who came

Thousands of years before

I

Must I pen each thought

More intelligently

For fear

That one will turn me down

Solely because

There’s an F

Where an M could be, for

I

Must I formulate my prayers

Quietly

For fear

That I will be persecuted

Solely because

I choose to worship

The God who blesses me

Every hour

In every day

In the life of

I

Reviews

[Anjali]

An amazing poem depicting our inner fears and keeping faith and hoping for the best. Stay safe. Peace.

[R.J Calzonetti (Siniste..]

Still think that this is a great poem, even though it’s been a month. I think if you made it longer you could read it at a poetry slam. I know this because I’m a slam poet. Add to it, and give it a try! So far this poem is awesome!

[SilverInk]

It's great to know that you still like it~
Will do!

[Najam Us Saher]

The conclusion of this poem is great, it expresses hope and faith. Great job.

[SilverInk]

Thanks for reading!

[Najam Us Saher]

You're welcome.

[Einstein Noodle]

sadly true ...but all that is also a call to courage and overcoming with grace, love and compassion ... its the heart that must change .. and we have to show those who live in the ignorance of prejudices that they are happier letting go of such insecure and cowardly thoughts and feelings .. heavy sigh from me! :{
E.

[SilverInk]

I completely agree. What a world we live in.
Thanks for reading!

[The Iron Horseman]

I think you have managed to cover pretty much all forms of bigotry in this brief poem, highlighting the issues briefly then moving right along. Very nicely done.
Was the right alignment of the text also a subtle jab at the right-wingers who promote these poisonous views?

[SilverInk]

This poem means a lot to me, so I'm glad you liked it!
When proofreading, left alignment seemed wrong, in a way. I usually write poetry left aligned, and this poem is special to me, so aligning it to the right was just what felt right to me. What you suggested is a really great way to interpret it, though.

[The Iron Horseman]

That's interesting. I usually write my poems aligned to the centre. No reason it just seems right to me. Funny quirks we have, eh? :)
Feel free to adopt the interpretation. :D

[Hatter]

wow that is amazing. it really connects to the current state of the world

[SilverInk]

Thanks, I'm glad you were able to interpret it