We are measured
when met
with fear
and regret
placing sure bets
by minds that are set
and no amount
is given to let
a heart express
old regrets

No subtle sigh
slides by unseen
All reason why
is dissected clean
What we say
is never allowed
to sound
as it means

No change believed
No hope received
that the human race
can erase the grief
of even simple wrongs
and off-key songs
nor allow for new things
from familiar scenes