Sunday, May 15, 2011

The Hanging

They drape the noose around his neck 
like a garland of flowers,
welcoming him to his fate. 
People gather around
as if watching a play,
waiting for its climax.
The criminal accepts the gift,
head down, eyes closed, with a smile 
on his face.
The he falls like a skydiver 
with no parachute.
The audience applauds as he lands,
welcome. 

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