Our World – Erin Cavanagh In this world, where the buzzing never seems to stop Where likes and comments reign supreme And girls stare at other bodies, dying to swap Their so-called influencers make up a deadly regime In this world, we are pointed down narrow down paths to success Towards money and promises of power Doctors and Lawyers, they say, never fail to impress But where in our journey did our inspiration begin to sour? In this world, the old and young are dismissed, Far too feeble and far too naive Only they are able to peacefully coexist And follow their dreams to lands of satisfaction the rest can only hope to achieve
Quarantine – Liz Innocenzo Although some saw it as a time of isolation I saw it as a time of connection Through the power of written words. Communication with my friends Didn’t seem so improbable Through thousands of messages And late night Facetime calls. In a span of several months We connected over shared troubles Each phrase Brought a sense of hope In a seemingly hopeless time Bringing us closer Than ever Before.
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