Justice

Another innocent life gone

For loved ones its way too soon,

A victim, victimized

That just-is the sad truth

Justice we ask

When will it come?

Witnesses conveniently blinded, deaf, dumb.

Their dignity bartered for the rich man's crumb,

While a lung ceases to breathe,

A heart refuses to beat

Because a mortal decided to play God

And deprive a family of the hope they had

Justice you say
Where is it served?
Who's licensed to buy?
Who's permitted to trade?
And what of the person
Who cannot afford
What are his options
Who will take his word
What do you say to the mothers who cry
Because memories of their children is of justice denied

Justice you say,

Are we expecting too much

Is it a facade or is it just-us!

Written by Carmen Bailey

In Memory of Khajeel Mais