fireproof

 

all seeds slumber in
the garden of my heart
just waiting for the watering can

when all around me fires burn
how do i fireproof my mind?

fresh wars ignite continuously

from squabbling friends
to guns and bombs
it’s not too long a road

seductive is self-righteousness
no matter where and when

when retribution is no longer sought
and i’m untroubled by offense

then my heart is fireproof
and you and me are safe