Monday, March 16, 2026

Before the Finish

 

The world was sold before we moved in.

We arrive to find the titles all taken,

the gold already melted,

and the thrones bolted to the floor.

We are told to "make our way"

on a path that was paved

and gated

before the first cry left our lungs.

The race is a performance for the owners

who watch us run

toward a finish line they drew

in our very own blood.

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