How Long More?

How Long More?


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Becky Oludayo Peleowo

Nov 16, 2024
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How long more,
the nines to fives
the short-lived snores
warmth from the wives
all nipped in the bud?

How long more,
the bosses's lashes
and slamming doors
the glasses's smashes
right in our brains?

How long more?
I quit!
I quit!!
I quit!!!
My dreams reborn.

Photo Credit: Pixabay

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