Then and Now
 

Chains unshackled; horses unsaddled; roaming free
Ancient inscriptions carved with a passionate ideal...real...
Emotion stroked over the canvas; vibrant colors; bright even to the color blind
Truth - as evident as the moons rays influencing the ocean's tides
A gentle touch igniting the senses burning flame of compassion
All lost...

All are imprisoned in cages of self-ego; horses are tamed, influenced...
Gossip columns, self-benefiting actions
Lies sitting through truth, blinding the touch of reality
The flame grows smaller, withering to complete darkness
Found....