Needle

Pointed skyward
Sharp unforgiven spokes
blame flailing as scheme expires

charm and the wizards
shared progeny direct wisdom
suspends a bridge over today

burnt little feet dance on the horizon
their wings keep the beat
their voices echo the melody
and their thumping hearts percussive intimacy

blind dogs harbour resistance to propaganda
hardened priests keep their mouths shut
and babies lead the chorus
hiding from the soldiers