We wish for the depraved
To become subjected
To the pain and suffering
Of their own depravity
—
The wild-eyed hatred
Disconnected from self
Deeply rooted and tethered
In the bewildering shame
—
The pain that was “ours”
Is transferred to “theirs”
The anger we plant
Darkens our existence
—
The path is cyclical
The suffering real
What is the lesson
In a distorted reality?
—
Searching for meaning
But without justice
Pleading for a reason
Without prayers for redemption
—
Eternal loneliness
Is all that exists
When choosing to repeat
The shattering of spirits
—
Entangled humanity
In perceived separation
Can only find healing
Upon total absolution
Unprodigal Daughter 