Choice

my rooted
guide

loads lighten
when Liberty
allows alternate
avenues
in our personal
odysseys
to the finish
line

however

we still need
mile markers
maps
to signal
support
our adventure
and it’s
up to us
to determine
if we exit early
for a different
destination



Stalled

Limiting choice
Does not protect freedom
Silencing voice
Will not amplify yours

Banning books
Cannot shelter curious minds
Mocking alien looks
Is not dignified

Punishing rivals
Will not secure harmony
Sowing discord
Must not become commonplace