Empty streets,
Empty hearts,
Empty wallets,
Empty minds—
Waiting for someone
To save you?
Start moving.
Fill the holes (in yourself)
Let the rest
Remain empty.
#3
Bound by golden cuffs
Chained in place
A dragon waiting
For the princess
With the key to freedom.
Bound by duties
Chained by expectations
Laid by others (parents, friends)
Waiting for the birthday
Announcing adulthood.