Duplicitous
Apathetic
Ignorant
Unapologetic

Based on your speak
Arrogance and intentions leak
As does your pace of change
I've learned much from you
Over the years

Far from unscathed
Through sadness and tears
My fortitude propels me
My words do not appease
They bite - bring to light 

Of my voice
I am feeling its 
 Power and purpose
 Ability to expose hypocrisy
 Leanings towards empathy
 Support of transparency

Of compassion, you've offered none
But I no longer want or expect it
You are incapable - I get it

I don't need your guilt
Blood is still being spilt
I need 
Acknowledgment
Accountability
Corrective action
I am still waiting to see

Despite it all
I display kindness
But at no time 
Will I ever 
Excuse 
Your wilful blindness

The staircase in the feature photo reminds me of a nautilus shell. Those shells bring to mind sacred geometry, reminding me that we are all connected.

Photo by Nicolas Hoizey on Unsplash

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