"I thrive in a sphere..."

By Benjamin Fortier

I thrive in a sphere
Of degeneracy,
Grit and grime
Coat me.
Like scabs over scars-
Don’t look at me.

My survival was primal,
Running with apes,
Our homes were the caves
Where nomads were raised-
We don’t belong
Here
Anymore.

We’ve stepped out of the tower
And into the streets,
The aroma of garbage, the stares
from the thieves
Find comfort in filth,
Embrace the debris.
I thrive in this sphere
Of degeneracy.

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Native Rhode Islander and proclaimed Renaissance Man, Iraq veteran Benjamin Fortier is a multi-talented writer, musician, and technology geek. He is currently in school (again) studying computer networking and cybersecurity. His day job is in service to his rescue dog, Princess Peppa Pig the American Bully. He is the author of Stones of the Wooded Valley and The Silent Whispers of Omens.

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