April 22, 2013

The Walls Of Jericho

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THE WALLS OF JERICHO

Led through an ancient steel arch
Each step reluctant
As the guard counted, "One!" between puffs
Of his cheap stale cigar

I was inducted without being a soldier
I was instructed without being a student
I was insulted without being ashamed
And infuriated at my nameless - #AM-2728 - catalogue name

I felt an overwhelming need to smile
(As shackles are removed)
Freedom! To enjoy my confinement
No! Oh my God! A silent scream within
A man locked behind the walls of Jericho
And Joshua not due for another seven years

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Larry Rush #AM-2728
S.C.I. - Greene
175 Progress Drive
Waynesburg, PA 15370-8090

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