35) That's What They Say
Mechanically and aimlessly on a path she trudged, Arrows on every crossroad ensured she didn’t budge, Why? Because she didn’t want to lose her way, The smallest distraction would be fatal, that’s what they say. On another route he walked, as aimlessly as her, He had heard too that he was not supposed to wander, Why? Because it’s a question of the honor he is worth, They say he was destined to carry forward their legacy since his birth. Their paths cross a few miles ahead, suddenly bringing hope, And they look around for some common path to follow, “But no”, they say, “that’s not what you are expected to do”, “Don’t look up, don’t think straight, just walk on your own damn route”. These are not the only two caught in this trap, Thousands other follow the same ‘That’s what they say’ map, What’s strange is that despite all those arrows and directions clear, Most feel trapped in a never-ending maze of fear. ‘That’s what they say’ is a warning to ma...