Maybe we did need to learn math,
for a reason…
as how then do we propose to care
about the world
that seems determined
to set its sights
upon the
brutish, brash image of
division
where the much determined
divisives
differentiate themselves
by louder than
bravado
multiplying volatility
armoured in unofficial intelligence
unfounded claims and
functional illiteracy
while (un)knowingly draping contemptable symbols
across their chests
how do we
avoid just closing our doors and
shuttering our curtains
wait out the flurry of right-winged locusts
come to devour all good common sense and
caring for our fellow (hu)man
perhaps it starts with subtraction
simple minimization of exposure to
the fuel, the constant antagonizing sources
that feed
and addition
by way of expansion of circumference
widening our circles of
compassion for others
a little less serving of oneself
a little more
helpings
for
the greater good
if we came across a formula
to decrease our self-centred-ness, our strong
misguided sense of self-
importance
while increasing our
output of kindness and caring
of doing.. for others
do you suppose we would somehow come
to know
what time the peace-filled train
of care-free living
arrived again
at the
station
of course, just
asking for a friend ♥