Herod Today

Society is beheaded
In so many ways
People don’t realize
As they walk in a haze.

Heads are still rolling
In dark powers that be
Pouring upon us
Mean misery.

Modern day Herods
Rising up in the cartel
With gifts that bring only
A taste of hell.

Downpours of violence
And drugs all around
Showers of grief
As lives fall down.

Modern day Herod
Is the thief in the night
Promising comfort
While stealing the light.

Grab hold, people
Wake up and think!
It is from the wrong cup
That you currently drink.

Julie Pisacane © 2015