I know you know
But it wouldn’t hurt
To remind you
The airport
Is full beyond capacity
Many people on the floor
Looking downtrodden
And discombobulated
I know you know
But it wouldn’t hurt
To remind you
I the pampered one
Feel the injustice
Of my tiny scissors and work cable
Being confiscated
In a blatant game of power and ignorance
I know you know
But it wouldn’t hurt
To remind you
My friend struggles to find groceries
Wondering if he’ll still have water tomorrow
I stand in the airport and tears finally come at truth’s gentle nod
If my pain stings how great is that of people losing all they’ve ever cared for to the same game
I know you know
But it wouldn’t hurt
To remind you
Like you I honor and cherish the gifts
Of so many blessed souls
Past and present
Who carrying pain exude the love we need
Who say stay child serve life nothing is lost
The paradox isn’t one once you embrace it
I know you know
But it wouldn’t hurt
To steep a stronger brew
As our gratitudes mix
And our tears run freely now