One Little Look

A look.

Just one look provides

a muted glimpse into

the future.

Playing personal journeys

close to the vest,

they absorb knowledge

and exude attitude...

and wait their turn

in life.

Plans run amuck in their

young minds.

Thoughts, ideas

collide in differing

swings of momentum.

Mocking the man,

scorning establishment...

patiently abiding the day

when the balance of power

is passed on to them.

When the cask is full,

vim and vigor wield the sceptre

of strength and rule. But they

will look...

one little look

into eyes that burn

with passion

for the future.

Inspired by the students at McNally High School who sat through my presentation on poetry.

Linked for the patrons at the pub to enjoy.