
they won’t steal my magic
piracy of hope
is like when nightmares
steal the light of
dreams,
but i won’t let anyone
dim my magic
or my light;
they may come for it—
but i am well versed
in cutting thorns
and making my tongue a
sword,
all they will find here
is their ruin;
won’t sacrifice
myself or my magic
for anyone—
i will always be the one
who protects
hopes and dreams fiercely
with everything i have.
-linda m. crate








