Humanity, di S. Santorus | poesie, saggi e racconti nel Poeticous

S. Santorus

S. Santorus

Humanity

Why is it that

we say an act

of cruelty is “inhumane”?

When did that

word...

Human...

get the blessing

of becoming synonymous

with love and care?

In truth, I wish

to be inhumane,

as it seems to

better fit the

meaning.

(2013)

#Depression #Humanity #Loneliness #Pain

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