State of Emergency

There is silent storm
Raging behind these walls
Fears not spoken aloud
Uninvited voices with opinions
Hunger that feeds from lack
Flags expressly flying about
Red, white, yellow and green with envy
This room in an unintended oven
Fires left to fan itself
The windows are open but the heat can’t escape
Your thoughts are out of control
The sirens are getting near
Prepare for the straight jacket
Mayday! Mayday!
Your state of mind requires action.

Vera