The Trappings

Allure is sharp pain

it cuts through my whole being

demands satiety.

It is powerful enough

to separate me from others.

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Addictive power

binds me to pursuits

not so ethical,

drives me round the bend

to the allure of success.

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Success is the goal

of every living being.

Who wants to give up

intoxicating power

and the lure of a kingdom?

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Power is a tool

to do all the right things

without pressure.

The allure will never die

for a fair and just life.

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Tanka series inspired by Colleen Chesebro at

Colleen’s Weekly Poetry Challenge-34

Pic: vibethink.com