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Small Atrocities

A seven year old was just scarcely
prevented from feeding an infant nail polish
remover she had herself put in his baby bottle.

A jealous three year old stabbed a newborn,
killing her for parental attention, though
the crib-death report still stands.

A two year old bit his mother with so vise-like
a clench, she needed assistance to gain
release of her bleeding hand.

On playgrounds, in neighborhoods everywhere
children assault one another
with hammers, hoes, rocks within reach.

We become civilized, caring.  We elect mature
leaders who will prevent the advent of nuclear
sticks and stones. 
Right, Mr. Republican?

Water Play
1995

Differences
1981

 

Playground
1991

 

Run
1981

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