No longer a pawn
trampled by walkers
humbled by towers
squashed by horsemen
used as a shield
first to sacrifice
in your game
A promotion
almost given
with a certificate
a golden seal
a signature
date and place
carefully noted
hesitantly given
curiously received
Framed and hung
where only you and I can see
beneath this crystal chandelier
and richly carved oak bed
and equally elaborate furniture
matching the dresses
silk and satin
I wear
beneath this crown.
Author notes
This is the first draft, I think polishing it would take away the raw sentiment behind it.
Written March 2nd, 2006
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Though created as slave beings, we become kings and queens, once we understand and accept the responsibility that comes along with royal status. The frames are your own, not the ones measuring up to the measure of this world.
RAge
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