Road to Where?

By MC

To tell the truth
I’m scared to run
To run away from the streets
Cuz in a world of suits and ties
I feel there’s no room for me

1 Comment

  1. Jayla Brown on April 20, 2020 at 3:53 PM

    Thank you for sharing MC. This is a struggle many people face when released from jail. They cannot get a higher education to make money and better themselves. They cannot get a job because all they see is a former prisoner. When nobody will accept you, you turn to what will, the streets. The streets welcome you with open arms, but they do not care about the law. The real world is full of laws and standards, and it is scary. These people are pretenders, they do not understand your pain. Despite this, not everywhere is like this. You will find people who will accept you, who want to be your real friend. It might take some time, but you will succeed in life and make a name for yourself.

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