The sun rises
on our homes and
shines through
our windows
whether we deserve it or not.
Birds nest above our doors
mocking us with songs that sound
beautiful to our ears.
And the occasional rains
that rinse our windows clean
so we can see
our tormentors return with worms intended for others
(since we never leave) sometimes wash
our woes down creek
upon those even poorer
than us —
meaning we’re
like royalty in the eyes
of a lot of folks.
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Apprentice Editor: Sarah Qureshi/ Editor: Catherine Monkman
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