Crime, A part of life
You cannot change
People try to escape
But they're never to blame
Commit a murder, theft or assault
The common answer is
"It's not my fault"
The law is in place
To put society on track
Police walk the streets
And their job is to do that
Kids take the blame
For what parents have not taught
Riots and shoplifting
For attention now sought
Flames burning down buildings
But what do they represent
Children who have been mistreated and mislead
The problem with crime
Is it never stops
Even when your an adult
Your still taking shirts and tops
Crime in the UK
Has risen to new heights
Drugs on the streets
And weilding a knife
What would you do,
If this child was yours?
Give up trying
Or just keep them in doors.
Comments
Mark Heathcote | July 20, 2012 - 01:14
Some great lines I loved...
The second and the last stanza... :)
Linda Wigzell Cress | July 20, 2012 - 20:14
Brilliant. Small point - 4th line - should be 'they're' not 'their'. Well done
Linda
mrskatehowell | July 20, 2012 - 22:09
Thank you for the nice comment mark, and thank you Linda - I have now corrected it :)
Denzella | August 6, 2012 - 06:41
Hello Kate,
This is a well written observation on life as it is today.
All is good but the second and last stanzas are absolutely top notch!
Well done Kate another one of yours that I have so much enjoyed.
Moya
mrskatehowell | August 6, 2012 - 14:22
Dear Moya,
Thanks once again for making time to read my work and I'm really glad you enjoyed this.
Thats my plan. Dont give too much away at first and make the last stanza great so readers want more :)
Kate
magicdarer | August 23, 2012 - 21:59
Interesting issues raised here. It is succinct and covers a lot of ground. I like the bit about the law and the police's roles very true. The end feels a bit tongue in cheek. But then maybe u have to keep kids in doors if they cause havoc. I don't see you as a mum who gives up. x